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Senior Account Clerk

County of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States


The San Luis Obispo County Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector department is excited to announce an opening for a

Senior Account Clerk

position! If you’re passionate about numbers, possess meticulous attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients.

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties

Prepares periodic statistical and financial reports and records ensuring proper classification and distribution of budgeting and cost accounting data

Verifies the accuracy of journal and ledger postings and makes adjusting entries when necessary

Performs manual and computerized utility billing and other accounts receivable activities, reconciling billed and collected amounts to general ledger accounts

Acts as a lead worker by training, assigning, and reviewing the work of subordinates

Prepares budget items, journals, transfers, and other nonpayment financial documents; gathers, assembles, tabulates, posts, proofs, extends, balances, and summarizes complex financial and statistical data

Performs complex mathematical calculations

Audits personnel action forms (PAFs) and records changes; operates a variety of office equipment including word processors, personal computers, data processing equipment, electronic copiers, printers, and calculators

Performs general clerical accounting work as assigned; keeps and maintains a variety of records, journals, ledgers, and reports

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:

One year of experience as an Account Clerk or an equivalent position.

A combination of education, training, and experience that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Examples of qualifying education and experience include: a related degree, accounting coursework, and a record of successful performance in similar roles.

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