Accounting Assistant - Treasury
Company: Milwaukee County
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is
searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and
bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County
oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child
Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs
Department, House of Corrections, Human Services, Parks, Public
Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the
Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the
Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs.
Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human,
recreational and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee
County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who
want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County
provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please
contact 414-278-3936. Come and join our team and discover our
diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique
talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee
County! Accounting Assistant - Treasury Hourly Pay Rate: $19.46 to
$21.81 Closing Date: January 24, 2022 Job Summary: Under general
supervision, to maintain journals, ledgers, records and reports.
Retrieve information and reports using on-line banking software and
prepare accounting entries for bank transfers. Match incoming
receivables with outstanding invoices, prepare and post all
delinquent tax payments received for delinquent taxes. Prepare and
record daily bank deposits for the Treasurer's Office and for
delinquent tax payments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: *
Review bank activity for incoming payments for outstanding
receivables, "Positive Pay" exceptions and deposit verification
reports for checks issued. Prepare bank deposits for the
Treasurer's Office, Prepare "Cash" and "Non-Cash" reports for daily
deposits
* Prepare and post all delinquent tax payments received for
delinquent taxes and prepare a bank deposit and a cash receipt
document for these payments
* Prepare Journal Voucher to reflect daily bank activity for the
County
* Record stop and/or void payment requests, prepare and record
replacement checks for the following departments: Payroll, Accounts
Payable and Retirement
* Maintain Unclaimed Funds List, prepare paperwork when a claim is
made.
* Approve "Cash Receipt" documents on a daily basis in the
Advantage Accounting System
* Receive and document deposits from other County Departments,
answer telephone inquiries for Delinquent Property Taxes.
* To record, store and retrieve files and information when
necessary and complete other duties as may be assigned. """""
Minimum Requirements: * High School Diploma or GED
* Current Wisconsin Resident
* One (1) or more years of experience working as an accountant
* Candidate must possess excellent analytical skills
* The ability to lift/carry and push/pull up to 30lbs
* Intermediate level with Microsoft Excel Preferred Experience: *
Prior experience working in accounts receivables would be
helpful
* Associate or higher degree in accounting Required Skills and
Abilities: * Experience using a personal computer, scanner, copier,
fax and multi-line phone
* The exchange of basic information with internal and/or external
contacts.
* Maintain sensitive or confidential information
* Explain and gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance
with internal and/or external contacts
* Persuade, conform or recommend course of action with internal
and/or external contacts
* Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, reports, short
correspondence and memos
* Makes decisions of responsibility involving evaluation of
information; decisions may require development or application of
alternatives or precedents
* Understand and follow instructions. Execute decisions within
limits of standard policy and procedures
* Interpret and adapt to established practices and procedures using
independent judgment to meet situations to which applications are
not clearly defined.
* Knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such
as word processing and spreadsheets NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION
is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the
time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of
their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date
resume or by fully completing the application) during the
application process and may also be asked to take additional
written or performance tests as part of the selection process.
APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING
APPLICATION Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable
working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on
the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any
form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion,
sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation,
pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age,
disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status,
marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in
the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain
a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse
testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to
job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please
contact 414-278-3936. Effective October 1, 2021, Milwaukee County
will require all employees to have completed COVID-19 vaccinations
and provide proof of vaccination or have submitted a completed
medical or religious exemption and accommodation request. All
persons offered a position will be required to provide proof of
completed COVID-19 vaccination at time of hire or have submitted a
completed medical or religious exemption and accommodation request
and been approved for an accommodation prior to hire. Other details
* Job Family 1 - Financial Administration/General Control
* Job Function 6 Administrative Support
* Pay Type Hourly
* Required Education High School Apply Now * Milwaukee, WI, USA
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