Job Description

Accounting Clerk Location Idaho Falls, ID :

Starting Salary: Pay Grade 9 - starting salary DOE: $17.03 - $19.13 per hour

Work Hours: 40 hours a week

Closing Date: Posting will close June 13, 2025*

• Applicants will be reviewed and considered on a continuous basis until this position is filled or closed, whichever comes first.

Bonneville County invites you to apply to join our dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our growing community. Whether you're passionate about public service, eager to make a difference in local government, or seeking a fulfilling career with ample opportunities, Bonneville County is the place for you.

Bonneville County offers a highly competitive benefits package to include:

• One of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you start
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance! (full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

General Purpose

Perform a variety of working level bookkeeping, accounting and clerical duties to maintain financial records as well as the processing, recording and archiving of real estate documents filed with Bonneville County.

Supervision Received

Work under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Auditor.

Supervision Exercised

None

Essential Functions

Receive and audit daily receipt/revenue turnovers from various departments and allocate revenue into proper accounts; prepare and process auditor's certificates for turnover to County Treasurer.

Assist with preparation, processing, recording and filing of a variety of financial and accounting transactions, records and reports; provide backup to co-workers as needed in the Clerk's Office.

Audit and prepare claims for payment by reviewing claims for completeness and accuracy electronically; check for proper authorization and supporting documentation as required by Idaho Code; create new vendors; check fund and account information; process demand claims as needed; prepare claims for the Clerk's Office; audit and process utility billings for payment; prepare and distribute warrants electronically or by U.S. Postal Service

Receive, record and index various real estate and miscellaneous documents in accordance with state laws and regulations including deeds, mortgages, marriage licenses, etc. Issue and record marriage licenses and submit them to the bureau of vital statistics as required; issue alcohol licenses; process and submit passport applications; collect fees for licenses and recording and copying of documents; balance daily cash receipts.

Respond to inquiries and requests for access to public records; assist the public in using public access computers; receive phone calls, mail and visitors and provide general information or direct to the appropriate department; and provide copies of documents as requested.

Ability to maintain regular, reliable patterns in work product and attendance according to Bonneville County's expectations.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education and Experience:

A. Graduation from high school, plus two (2) years of post-high school training with course work in general office practices and procedures and bookkeeping or accounting;

AND

B. Two (2) years of related work experience including computer data entry, bookkeeping or accounting, record maintenance, filing and general office work;

OR

C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of general office practices; filing systems; computer information and record systems; data entry; basic bookkeeping or accounting principles and processes.

Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office with intermediate Excel experience, basic to complex mathematical skills, and principles and methods of financial auditing.

Some knowledge of real estate and financial documents related to real property is preferred but not required.

Ability to learn, understand and assume responsibility for all accounting and recording-related procedures; work independently and in a team atmosphere; meet multiple deadlines; multitask, schedule and effectively coordinate computer project and workload demands; understand complex computer programs; communicate complex subjects effectively, verbally and in writing; develop and maintain working relationships with supervisors, department heads, and employees.

3. Special Qualifications:

Highly proficient computer, keyboard, and 10-Key skills.

Extensive spreadsheet experience.

Must perform as a notary public.

Must acquire and maintain certification from the US Department of State: Passport Services

4. Work Environment:

Work is performed in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, not generally involving muscular exertion, but do require physical activities related to mobility, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity is required to perform essential functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, and guided problem solving. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. While heavy lifting is not typically involved, employees may need to occasionally lift or move light items like boxes or files.

Disclaimer:

The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, demands, and skills required. s are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person(s). Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed with or without notice. This supersedes earlier versions.

AA/EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Job Tags

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