Staff Accountant, Auditor-Treasurer's Office

Salary: See Position Description
Location : St. Cloud MN, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2024-01653
Department: Treasurer's Office
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description
SALARY:
Starting: $27.3801/hourly
Full Range: $27.3801 - $40.1856/hourly
Grade 17, Non-Exempt Position, Teamsters General Unit
Our Mission: "Provide Exceptional Public Services to Assure a Safe, Healthy, Vibrant County for All"
Our Values: Professional | Approachable | Responsive | Collaborative | Fair & Equitable
Stearns County derives strength from the diversity of its workforce and provides a welcoming environment where all are respected, honored, and valued. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with attention to detail to join our accounting team in the Auditor-Treasurer's Department. This position provides an opportunity to use your customer service and analytical skills to ensure the accuracy of tax information and produce effective financial reports. If you are driven by a desire to problem solve this is your opportunity to make a difference through a rewarding career in public service.
Public service employees are provided a comprehensive benefit package, contributions to a , and generous time off including paid Holidays, a PTO plan. See our .
Locations: Administration Center and Service Center
Position Objective
To provide assistance with the maintenance and management of the property tax system, internet banking and commerce, and the escrow process. This position is responsible for preparing tax statements and settlements and performing accounting functions required for maintaining departmental accounts in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.
1. Assists in the preparation of tax system documents including tax statements, Truth in Taxation and delinquent tax notices to provide accurate and timely financial records for department operations and reporting.
2. Prepares and reviews property taxes, wetland tax settlements, and Unclaimed Property Reports to ensure accurate collections and reporting.
3. Monitors the Property Management Portal.
4. Oversees Property Tax Escrow Process to ensure payments are billed and applied correctly.
5. Assists departments with financial reporting and budget inquiries.
6. Assists with maintaining various systems for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, the General Ledger and Passports to maintain data that is accurate and systems that are efficient.
7. Performs accounting entries, transactions, and reconciliations consistent with GAAP.
8. Constructs various statistical reports for the review process of department budget and compliance issues.
9. Reconciles internet tax payments, administers tax payment plans and assists in training.
10. Establishes and constructs Property Tax and New World reports for all departments.
11. Prepares accounts receivable reports; reviews accuracy between General Ledger and subsidiary accounts.
12. Administers the collection of Return Deposit items.
13. Processes tax abatements, tax court petitions, and Green Acre adjustments, determining any additional interest owed or reductions of penalty and interest.
14. Attends work regularly and in a timely manner.
15. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
Minimum Qualifications and Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must possess the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or business management
• Two years of progressively related experience in accounting, auditing or financial management
• Experience using Microsoft Office Applications

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
2. Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental accounting.
3. Knowledge of the principles of monitoring and projecting expenses and general auditing.
4. Experience with banking or cash handling.
5. Ability to work independently on a variety of assignments.
6. Ability to prepare statistical reports.
7. Ability to organize and prioritize work.
8. Ability to analyze, develop and assist in the modification of accounting procedures, methods, and techniques.
9. Ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment when arriving at conclusions.
10. Ability to develop and interpret accounting records and documents.
11. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Accountabilities, Work Environment and Extent of Supervision or Guidance Provided
Accountabilities Shared By All Employees
1. Performs job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the County's mission and values.
2. Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of all department and County-wide policies, protocols and procedures that apply to the performance of this position.
3. Develops respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
4. Informs immediate supervisor of all important matters pertaining to assigned job responsibilities.
5. Seeks opportunities for further personal growth and development.
6. Represents the County in a professional manner to all internal and external contacts when doing the County's business.
7. Complies with all rules and policies in order to maintain a safe work environment.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The primary responsibilities for this position will be performed approximately 100% of the time indoors. Will have minimal exposure to health hazards and accidents; requires a low level of physical effort. Will be required to work at both our St. Cloud and Waite Park locations.
Extent of Supervision or Guidance Provided
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Treasury & E-Commerce Supervisor.
Responsibility for Public Contact
Frequent
Hours of Work, Testing and Interview Dates
Hours of Work
This position is scheduled for 40 hours/week generally between 7:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday. Schedules may be adjusted according to the needs of the department.
Interview Date
If you are selected to be interviewed for this position, interviews will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Invitations to interview will be sent to the email address listed on the job application and will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
If you require special accommodations to participate in the Stearns County hiring process, please contact us at 320-656-3606.
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I understand that my answers with regard to experience must be supported by the information I have included in my online application. (Do Not Mark "See Resume".) I affirm that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may disqualify me for consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Stearns County.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or business management?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question #2, list degree received, area of study, and where obtained. If no degree, type "none".
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Do you have two years of progressively related experience in accounting, auditing, or financial management?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question #4, describe your experience and include where obtained. If no experience, type "none".
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Do you have experience using Microsoft Office Applications?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to question #6, describe your experience and include where obtained. If no experience, type "none".
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Which of the following Veteran's Preference do you wish to claim (in order to receive Veteran's Preference credit, you must submit a copy of your DD214 to the Human Resources Department by the application deadline)?

• No Veteran's Preference
• Veteran's Preference
• Veteran's Preference with Disability
• Spouse of Disabled or Deceased Veteran

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