Accounting and Payroll-Administrative Assistant III

JOB Performs a variety of technical and administrative accounting support duties related to payroll, accounts payable, and general financial operations. Reviews timesheets for accuracy, processes payroll-related transactions, prepares payroll reports, and assists the Comptroller with daily operations of the office. Provides support to County departments by responding to routine accounting and payroll-related inquiries. Maintains financial records and ensures compliance with established policies and procedures.

Under general direction, provides a variety of routine to complex clerical support, financial, and administrative duties which may include receptionist, word processing, data entry, record keeping, and filing duties in support of the organization. The incumbent provides general information and assistance to other staff, departments, and the public. This position may have specific department-related duties which will be included in a detailed Position Statement.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This is an intermediate-level position in the Administrative Assistant series. The position provides a variety of administrative and clerical support for the organization's administrative functions at the direction of the supervisor. As experience is gained, the incumbent works more independently within established guidelines. This position level is distinguished from the Administrative Assistant I and II classifications by a greater level of proficiency and depth of knowledge that can be applied following clear guidelines or with a higher level of independence. At this level, guidelines are provided; however, a greater level of judgment is used to apply skills effectively. The position includes proven ability to assume added responsibility, work independently, rapidly prioritize and execute multiple tasks, and meet demanding deadlines.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/storeycounty/classspecs. Storey County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment. Storey County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.