Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

Accounting Clerk General Responsibilities:

Based on Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), perform a variety of tasks related to the work performed in support of the Walton Board of County Commissioners, Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller, and Supervisor of Elections in the following functions: accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited high school, or possession of an equivalency diploma.
• Experience in a related field is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of modern office methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Skill to operate with appropriate speed and accuracy a variety of standard office business equipment including, but not limited to, a computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copier, scanner, and fax machine.
• Ability to type at least 25 correct words per minute.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.
• After a reasonable training period, ability to perform duties with little supervision.

Hourly Rate:

$17.85

Posted:

09/28/2026

Closes:

10/12/2026

• The Walton County Clerk & Comptroller's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace. If you need an accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in the application/ selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.
• Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for waiver of post-secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes.