St. Louis County
Overview
The Office of the Collector of Revenue for St. Louis County Government is searching for an
Accountant II
to join their team. The successful candidate will perform professional accounting work in support of the financial operations of County Departments requiring analytical interpretations of accounting processes and procedures.
The typical starting salary range is between $21.49 - $25.79 hourly, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit:
Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website
St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
Compile and analyze financial data to prepare reports and statements to determine financial conditions and aid County Departments in making informed decisions regarding expenditures and budget amounts
Process accounts payables / receivables including grant monies by processing documentation and monitoring finances and program status
Audit accounting or program records to verify accuracy
Monitor and update special reports or statements and reconcile to general ledger
Process reconciliations
Assist with resolving and maintaining disputed taxpayer’s accounts
Assist in the month end close and distribution process
Assist with taxpayer inquiry requests
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university, including at least one year of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience (five years or more)
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 estate property taxes
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT 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 committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
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. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis . We only accept on-line 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. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Accountant II
to join their team. The successful candidate will perform professional accounting work in support of the financial operations of County Departments requiring analytical interpretations of accounting processes and procedures.
The typical starting salary range is between $21.49 - $25.79 hourly, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit:
Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website
St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
Compile and analyze financial data to prepare reports and statements to determine financial conditions and aid County Departments in making informed decisions regarding expenditures and budget amounts
Process accounts payables / receivables including grant monies by processing documentation and monitoring finances and program status
Audit accounting or program records to verify accuracy
Monitor and update special reports or statements and reconcile to general ledger
Process reconciliations
Assist with resolving and maintaining disputed taxpayer’s accounts
Assist in the month end close and distribution process
Assist with taxpayer inquiry requests
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university, including at least one year of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience (five years or more)
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 estate property taxes
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT 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 committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
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. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis . We only accept on-line 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. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr