Hourly Accounting Clerk

Description

Boulder County Community Planning and Permitting Department is seeking to hire an Hourly Accounting Clerk. The Community Planning & Permitting Department is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk to join our finance team on an hourly, part-time basis. The Accounting Clerk will primarily assist the finance team with data entry, record maintenance, and other clerical tasks. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

This is an hourly, non-benefited position that will work 15-20 hours per week in a flexible schedule, generally Monday - Friday with at least one day in our physical office required. This position will work remote and out of 2045 13th St., Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $25.00 Hourly

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: Week of March 30th
• First Round Interviews: Week of April 6th
• Reference Check: Week of April 6th

Examples of Duties

• Data Entry: Inputting a variety of financial transactions into our accounting system, Oracle, with accuracy and attention to detail
• Accounts Payable: Matching invoices to purchase orders, processing payments to vendors, and maintaining vendor information
• Record Maintenance: Ensuring accurate and up-to-date maintenance of financial records, including ledgers, spreadsheets, and journals
• Administrative Support: Providing general administrative support to the financial team such as mailings, scanning, and electronic file maintenance
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned during emergency situations

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• A high school diploma, or equivalent

AND

• 1 (one) year of experience in clerical accounting or bookkeeping

Additional related education may count towards required experience.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation

Supplemental Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Oracle

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented and self-directed
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic knowledge of modern office and bookkeeping practices and procedures
• Skill in operating office equipment
• Ability to make simple mathematical computations
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.