Accounting and Business License Coordinator

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Who We Are

The Town of Kiawah Island is a coastal municipality known for its pristine beaches, natural environment, wildlife, and recreational opportunities. Our government team annually serves approximately 1,700 full-time residents and thousands of property owners and visitors. As a small government organization, we work collaboratively across departments to address community needs efficiently and effectively and with other Kiawah Island entities.

Your Role & Impact

We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Accounting and Business License Coordinator, supporting the Town's financial operations. This key role entails a variety of financial and administrative responsibilities, including accounting, payroll, and business licensing. The ideal candidate will exhibit exceptional attention to detail, possess the ability to handle multiple priorities, and maintain confidentiality and accuracy. You will collaborate with the Finance Director and other team members in the Finance Department, as well as with various Town departments.

What You'll Do

You will handle essential accounting and business license responsibilities while collaborating closely with the Director and supporting other team members as needed:

• Oversee accounts receivable by gathering and depositing incoming checks; document all receivable transactions; and reconcile the accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger.
• Oversee the complete process of business license applications, ensuring prompt processing, adherence to regulations, and the timely collection of related fees.
• Contribute to the monthly finance close process by preparing and recording monthly journal entries.
• Assist independent auditors during financial audits and assessments by preparing accounts reconciliations and providing requested documentation.
• Process payroll on a biweekly or monthly basis while ensuring the accurate maintenance of records, such as employee leave balances, deductions, and benefits. Additionally, verify the accuracy of payroll tax reports and remittances.
• Trained across various roles in the finance department to assist team members when needed.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Finance Director.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, or a related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience
• Strong writing and verbal skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to respond to inquiries and manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to juggle multiple projects while maintaining quality
• A collaborative spirit and willingness to adapt to changing priorities Work Environment

This position is mainly office-based, but it allows for one day of remote work each week. Compensation Range: $41,864 to $64,888, depending on qualifications How to Apply: Qualified candidates should visit the website at and submit an employment application, resume and cover letter by June 13, 2025, to Dorota Szubert at View email address on us.fitly.work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,864.00 - $64,888.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Rate your Microsoft Excel proficiency (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced) and briefly describe your experience using Excel for accounting or administrative tasks.
• Have you worked in government, municipal, or public sector roles before? If yes, briefly describe.
• Rate your customer service skills when dealing with business owners or permit applicants (Excellent/Good/Fair).
• Are you comfortable learning new municipal software systems?
• Have you worked with business licenses, permits, or regulatory compliance before?
• How many years of accounting or bookkeeping experience do you have?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person