Job Summary
ClerkBooks, Inc. hires accounting professionals with experience as a Municipal Clerk, Municipal Treasurer or Municipal Auditor for the Accounting Support Representative position.
Support Representatives provide remote support, training, and mentoring to Clerks, Treasurers, Administrators, Council/Board Members and Auditors from Counties, Cities, Villages, Towns, and Townships across the United States.
Relocation is not necessary. All work is performed remotely through the internet. Travel may be required for regional conferences or continuing education.
Duties include: bookkeeping/accounting assistance, troubleshooting, and training; software installation and maintenance; and other customer service related tasks. On-going training and continuing education will be provided.
Applicants must demonstrate a solid knowledge of accounting principles including an understanding governmental funds, debits & credits, cash vs accrual accounting, payables & receivables, payroll & sales tax liabilities and journal entries. You must also have experience with, and a moderate to advanced level knowledge of Excel.
Local government fund accounting, utility billing, or governmental auditing experience (such as a City Treasurer, Utility Clerk, or City Auditor) is required. An Accounting Certificate or Degree is preferred. A combination of experience and classes taken towards a Certified Municipal Treasurer may be accepted in lieu of a Certificate or Degree.
Since Support Reps work directly with customers, you must be able to work well with others, be socially perceptive, an active listener, able to manage time well, and able to teach others. You must possess excellent oral and written comprehension along with mathematical reasoning. You will also need to be able to multi-task and juggle schedules and priorities.
The position requires a Windows 11 computer, two monitors, high-speed internet, hands free headset, and excellent cell phone reception. (a smart phone will be provided)
Positions can either be full-time (35+ hours per week) or part-time (less than 35 hours per week). Regular support hours are Monday-Friday 8am – 5pm central time. Schedule is flexible. Work hours may vary seasonally.
Wages are competitive and will be determined by your education, experience and job performance. Benefits include: working remotely from anywhere, flexible paid and non-paid time-off, paid holidays (including your birthday), Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance or health stipend, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, a Simple IRA with 3% company match, annual performance bonuses and company paid continuing education.
Possible career advancement opportunities might include Lead Support Representative, Operations Manager, Vice-President, CEO.
Interested persons should submit a resume and cover letter to eddie@clerkbooks.com and/or fill out the application form below.
Thank you for showing interest in our company. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the position or our company. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,Eddie May CEOClerkBooks, Inc.
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