Occupational License Tax Clerk

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to collect, process and maintain information regarding occupational tax. Assists co-workers with the completion of tasks. The person holding this position must have basic knowledge of aspects of administrative duties, as well as a basic knowledge of how county government operates.

Major Essential Duties

· Greet visitors into the department.

· Receives, sorts, distributes and/or processes daily mail

· Maintains control of office supplies.

· Organize and maintains department files.

· Applies knowledge of the County’s occupational tax ordinance in administering the County’s tax collection procedures

· Daily data entry into tax program

· Process Occupational Tax Questionnaires and issue County Tax Numbers

· Assist the Occupational License Tax Coordinator in collection of tax payments

· Verify Net Profits License Fee Returns OL-S using tax payer Federal Tax return information

· Maintain confidentiality of all applicable information and documents associated with each licensee account

· Utilize, acquire and retain full knowledge of Internal Revenue Codes and Kentucky Department of Revenue laws and regulations necessary to tax compliance

· Write receipts and maintain account history as needed

· Assist businesses in filling out forms and applications

· Answers department inquiries over the phone and in person regarding ordinance and regulations

· Prepares checks/cash deposits

Minor Essential Duties

· Attend workshop and classes on regulations that govern county policies and procedures

· Prepares mail and documents to be sent daily

Qualifications

· Graduate of an accredited high school or equivalent; college credits in appropriate fields preferred.

· One (1) year of clerical, customer and/or professional/administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred

· One (1) year tax data preparation; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience preferred

· Must have good communications skills and ability to handle confidential information

· Must have experience in office procedures and practices or willingness to learn said practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.56 - $22.68 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Tax experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Administrative: 1 year (Preferred)
• Data entry: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person