St. Louis County, MO
Position Information
Salary:
See Position Description
Location:
Clayton - St. Louis County, MO
Job Type:
Full‑Time
Job Number:
2025-00211
Department:
Revenue - Director of Revenue
Opening Date:
10/17/2025
Closing Date:
10/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description The St. Louis County Department of Revenue seeks an experienced
Accountant III
to oversee an accounting section, performing professional accounting and auditing work in support of financial management systems.
The starting salary is $51,646.40 - $61,984.00 annually depending upon the candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations.
Health and well‑being: The County offers a generous benefit package that includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, a deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability. St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.
Examples of Duties
Perform reconciliation for each of the three divisions within the department
Assist with budget preparation and maintenance
Prepare, implement and maintain accounting transactions, including review of lower‑level work, analyze the effects of transactions upon account relationships, and evaluate alternative means of handling transactions
Compile, review and verify the accuracy and processing of documentation and records according to federal, state, local and County Departmental regulations and guidelines
Monitor cash on hand, and submit requests for cash to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet current obligations
Assist with developing, designing, testing, and implementing automated financial management systems to collect, classify and report financial conditions
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and two years of related work experience.
The work rules for the Department of Revenue require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes.
Additional Information A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated, and any other appropriate information available. The selection process may include an interview. Candidates must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory at County expense.
How to Apply Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouiscountymo.gov. We only accept online applications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.
Contact Information St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429 www.stlouiscountymo.gov
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See Position Description
Location:
Clayton - St. Louis County, MO
Job Type:
Full‑Time
Job Number:
2025-00211
Department:
Revenue - Director of Revenue
Opening Date:
10/17/2025
Closing Date:
10/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description The St. Louis County Department of Revenue seeks an experienced
Accountant III
to oversee an accounting section, performing professional accounting and auditing work in support of financial management systems.
The starting salary is $51,646.40 - $61,984.00 annually depending upon the candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations.
Health and well‑being: The County offers a generous benefit package that includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, a deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability. St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.
Examples of Duties
Perform reconciliation for each of the three divisions within the department
Assist with budget preparation and maintenance
Prepare, implement and maintain accounting transactions, including review of lower‑level work, analyze the effects of transactions upon account relationships, and evaluate alternative means of handling transactions
Compile, review and verify the accuracy and processing of documentation and records according to federal, state, local and County Departmental regulations and guidelines
Monitor cash on hand, and submit requests for cash to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet current obligations
Assist with developing, designing, testing, and implementing automated financial management systems to collect, classify and report financial conditions
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and two years of related work experience.
The work rules for the Department of Revenue require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes.
Additional Information A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated, and any other appropriate information available. The selection process may include an interview. Candidates must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory at County expense.
How to Apply Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouiscountymo.gov. We only accept online applications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.
Contact Information St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429 www.stlouiscountymo.gov
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