Position Description This position is responsible for maintaining the records of the Electric, Water and Sewer Utility customers which include: meter reading books, billing ledgers, payment posting, and consumption history. Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Maintenance of customer account records.
• Compilation and entry of meter reading information into billing system.
• Processing and mailing of customer bills.
• Collection and posting of customer payments.
• Posting of late penalties and related notices.
• Processing of billing and audit reports.
• Managing accounts payable using accounting software and other programs
• Handling accounts payable for separate entities and vendors
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing vendors
• Ensuring bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental procedures
• Comparing purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges
• Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as, recording entries accurately.
• Performs general clerical duties such as typing, filing, word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry and data retrieval in the Clerk-Treasurer's Office.
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks at the discretion of the Clerk-Treasurer and Deputy Clerk.

Marginal functions include, but are not limited to: High School Diploma and one year post high school education in bookkeeping or accounting are preferred. A minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience involving computer record keeping; and evidence of training and experience in office procedures, word processing, and spreadsheet applications, is required. Experience with cash management and cashier operations, is desired. Must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and possess a valid Indiana Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices, governmental or utility desired.
• Ability to perform arithmetic computations accurately and quickly.
• Ability to manage time well, be highly organized and plan work assignments effectively to maintain a smooth flow of record keeping and information processing.
• Ability to use modern office technology, including a personal computer.
• Knowledge and ability to work with software related to accomplishing the accounting functions, including spreadsheets and various computer applications.
• Ability to establish successful working relationships.
• Ability to encounter unpleasant social situations and respond appropriately. (dealing with irate or disturbed individuals).Work under time pressures such as frequent "rush" jobs, urgent deadlines etc.
• Work under distractions such as telephone calls and other disturbances.
• Perform repetitive activities (calculating, keyboarding and writing)

Pay:

$41,653.61 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person