he Accounting Clerk is responsible for general administrative and accounting tasks in support of the Finance Department\'s delivery of services to the general public and other City departments. This position serves as the Utility Clerk responsible for utility billing, notices, rate updates, fee assessments and payments. Customer service duties include answering phones, assisting customers at the front counter, providing information and answering basic questions related to financial services or customer accounts, processing payments, and reconciling the till. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * High school graduation or equivalency * Two years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance and/or bookkeeping work or any equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above described duties. * Post-job offer a background check (including state and federal criminal records, social security number trace and sex offender registry). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: * Knowledge of general accounting, mathematical and bookkeeping best practices. * Accuracy and attention to detail including ability to analyze data. Ability and willingness to double check work. * Advanced skills in using standard office equipment such as computers, copiers, and fax machines including use of software such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook. * Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure. * Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information. **Please see the full list of Essential funtion on the job listing website*** Pay \$ 24.04 - \$29.22 oper hr. Depending on qualifications and experience Excellent benifits Full Time 40 hrs. Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM This position is represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement.