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The City of Westerville is accepting applications for a Part-Time Accounting Assistant to serve in the Tax division. Candidates should be able to work onsite for 20-25 hours per week from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Applicants with cash handling experience are encouraged to apply.

This position is open until filled. Applications are being reviewed as they are received.

This accounting work is collecting, verifying and entering payments for accounts receivable for the City. Work includes batching and scanning tax payments, verifying batch information for accuracy, creating electronic files of payments, and balancing daily receipts. The part-time Accounting Assistant also assists tax customers making payments in person and in responding to telephone, e-mail or written inquiries regarding charges, payments and account balances.

Employee works under the general direction of the Income Tax Administrator and Finance Department. Employee must be able to collect, count, and balance accounts receivable funds, credit the account by entering payment data into tax records, recognize and correct errors, prioritize work, and assist with the processing of bills, receivables, and other processes in a timely manner, maintaining confidentiality. Work is reviewed through system checks, and balances, in accordance with procedures.

Collects, verifies and processes tax payments; creates and transmits electronic files of tax payments an d prepares the daily bank deposit. Posts revenues to various accounting systems and performs daily balancing activities.
Responds to face-to-face, telephone, email or written inquiries from tax customers and assists them in making payments on tax balances. Maintains and balances a cash drawer to accept cash payments at the Income Tax Division.
Sorts incoming mail for the Income Tax Division and organizing work lead.
Manages the collection and submission of required confidential documents including tax identification and acknowledgment forms.
Answers incoming calls and routes calls as needed.
Provides general support to the Tax Auditors and Accounting Assistants responsible for auditing tax returns and receivable.
Assists the public with any inquiries and directs visitors to various City departments or staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Possession of a high school diploma and two years experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
Some knowledge of accounts receivable, clerical, and business office practices and procedures.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Experience in customer service.
Ability to make mathematical calculations.
Ability to key alpha-numeric data quickly and accurately.
Ability to recognize and correct data entry errors.
Ability to learn income tax and financial software systems.
Ability to file, update, and maintain records.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding financial matters.
Ability to use word-processing and other office software.
Ability to deal with people in a courteous manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Must be bondable.

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : At the City of Westerville, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for serving and empowering all people both in our organization and community. The City ensures that service is accessible, responsive and inclusive for a thriving, sustainable and connected Westerville.

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