NEOGOV · 12 hours ago
Account Clerk - Finance Division
Court wide (Various Court locations), CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.79/hr - $33.81/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Account Clerk to perform a variety of clerical accounting duties under supervision. The role involves preparation, maintenance, review, auditing, and processing of financial and statistical records, reports, and claims across various Court locations.
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Responsibilities
Analyzes customer service issues involving interaction with other county employees and supervisors, and recommends solutions based on rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to meet customer needs effectively
Clarifies and explains policies and procedures to inform customers of Court processes or to provide account statuses and verify information
Generates, verifies and reviews accounting reports, calculates check and cash receipts, disbursements, and charges to arrive at summary total or determine correct amount for transactions and deposit permits
Originates various forms (LFO, BOR, Requisitions, Claims) to submit to Auditor's Office for processing of vendor and/or client payments
Prepares journal vouchers to distribute charges and operating costs for purchases using fund code charts and appropriate code forms to transfer funds or charge correct accounts
Prepares reports using spreadsheets, databases, word processing and other Court services applications to track information; reviews receiving reports for proper authorization, codes, and vendor numbers to efficiently process payments; tabulates work to produce statistical reports complying with federal and state regulations, while monitoring internal operations and security
Reviews reports for completeness and accuracy, correcting or rejecting if necessary
May train and cross-train employees in various functions of program processes to maintain properly trained, knowledgeable personnel
Dispenses and receives documents or supplies to provide customers with accurate forms and supplies or to store supplies and deliveries
Matches invoice documents with receiving reports or packing slip using a calculator, vendor's price list, reports or logs, and Court contracts to ensure correct amounts and processes for payments
May track and update cash bail bonds and surety company bail bonds to ensure accurate and complete progression through the court system; sends updates to Bond Agents accordingly
Compares, combines, and verifies data and information using printouts, invoices, calculator, computer, or oral communication to input or maintain accurate information, record for appearances, or further processing
Files information chronologically, numerically, or alphabetically to maintain an accurate, organized filing system; searches, locates, retrieves, updates, and reviews files from manual or computerized system to provide requested information or locate missing files
Performs routine clerical duties such as: making photocopies, completing forms and various documents, sending mail and email, and navigating a personal computer
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years of experience keeping or reviewing financial or statistical records
Completion of an accounting curriculum from an accredited college or university, or an accredited correspondence or business school
The accounting curriculum shall include elementary and advanced accounting, cost accounting, and accounting law
Completion of a Bachelor's degree, an Associate of Arts degree, or an Accounting Certificate is equal to two (2) years of experience
Completion of any two (2) of the following courses from an accredited college or university, correspondence, or business school may substitute for one (1) year of experience: elementary accounting, advanced accounting, cost accounting, and accounting law
General principles, procedures, terminology and practices used in financial and statistical clerical record-keeping, including posting, computing totals, reconciling accounts, and reviewing balance sheets
Basic understanding of general accounting principles, including debits and credits
Strong arithmetic skills covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals, and fractions
Clear writing abilities using proper English, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary
Effective English communication
Familiarity with standard filing methods (alphabetic, numeric, chronological)
General computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, and word-processing
Knowledge of Sacramento Superior Court and specific departmental policies, procedures, and functions
Training and customer service techniques and methods
Ability to prepare reports using spreadsheets, databases and word-processing applications
Ability to track/reconcile information between accounts and general ledgers
Ability to accurately proofread details, noting and detecting errors
Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
Ability to apply and explain policies and procedures
Ability to work independently and carry out assignments with minimal supervision
Ability to give instructions and assign work to staff
Ability to calculate solutions to math problems: addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, decimals, and fractions
Ability to understand and follow standard oral and written instructions
Ability to read, write, and speak English at a level necessary to understand procedure manuals, policy guidelines, software manuals, technical documents and reports
Ability to independently compose correspondence from notes or verbal instruction
Ability to record incoming information, and communicate information clearly
Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with others
Ability to operate computer terminals, printers, copiers, microfiche, and fax machines
Ability to elicit information from inside/outside sources
Must be able to pass a criminal history information background check
Benefits
Vacation: Vacation with pay varies depending upon the employee representation unit. New employees typically earn 10 days per year and accrual rates normally increase according to years of service.
Holidays: The Superior Court of California, County of Sacramento recognizes 14 holidays and 5 floating holidays per year.
Sick Leave: Employees accrue 5.0 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
Parental Leave: Employees with at least 1 year of service are eligible for paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Retirement: Employees are covered by the Sacramento County Employee's Retirement System (SCERS) and Social Security.
Group Health Insurance: The Court offers several choices of employee and dependent health insurance coverage, with a significant portion paid by the employer.
Dental and Vision Services Plan: Employee and dependent dental and vision insurance plans are provided at no cost.
Life Insurance: Basic employee life insurance is provided at no cost to the employee with additional optional life insurance available at the employee's cost.
Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts: The ability to deduct a portion of your salary before taxes to apply toward medical expenses and/or child care expenses.
Deferred Compensation: The Court offers a Deferred Compensation Program.
Sacramento Credit Union: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic savings plans through payroll deduction.
Tuition Reimbursement: The Court reimburses up to $3,000.00 dollars of an employee's educational expenses as outlined in its Tuition Reimbursement policy.
Long Term Disability: A Long Term Disability (LTD) plan is provided at no cost to employees.
Transit Subsidy: The Court provides a transit subsidy to eligible employees based on current policy.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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