Location: Hopewell,VA, USA
Description
Performs cashier duties in collecting payments for various city taxes, fees, permits and licenses.
Examples of Duties
* Receives/processes payments, over the counter or by mail, for all city taxes/fees, permits and other city-related accounts using automated cash receipting system.
* Receives/processes DMV Select payments.
* Maintains Business and Professional License files as well as ABC License files through posting batch payments and billing.
* Maintains animal license files by matching rabies certificates received from veterinarians to dog license payment records in order to determine if taxpayers need to be billed for dog license fees.
* Organizes and maintains various files including miscellaneous cash receipts, ride savers, cemetery plot payments, accounts receivable payments and decal-related files.
* Performs various clerical duties such as typing, filing, distributing in-coming mail, and answering the phone.
* Processes payments from City Departments using general ledger accounts.
* Assists co-workers in researching accounts to provide information to department employees or taxpayers.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
* High school diploma or GED and at least 6 months bookkeeping/accounting clerical experience.
Licenses and/or Certifications:
* None
Knowledge:
* General knowledge of accounting terminology, methods and procedures
* General knowledge of automated cash receipting methods and procedures
* Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word)
Skills:
* Basic math and analytical skills
* Attention to detail, customer service skills and computer skills
Abilities:
* Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision
* Ability to enter and compute data with speed and accuracy
Supplemental Information
Work Environment:
* Work is primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled, pleasant environment, but is exposed to temperamental changes, extreme noise and/or irate customers.
Essential Physical Activities:
* Crouching, stooping, walking, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, kneeling, reaching, talking, standing, finger movement
* Typical weight handled up to 25 lbs