Accounts Receivable Technician

This posting will remain open continuously until filled. The Town of Castle Rock ’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation , and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply. Working For The Town Of Castle Rock Includes The opportunity to make a difference in our community Career Advancement Programs Employee well-being program Competitive total compensation with an excellent benefits package Free membership to the MAC or Recreation Center Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer Essential Duties And Responsibilities Records daily cash receipts for various departments (includes cash, checks, and credit cards). Reviews internal billing documentation, including special duties contracts and special duty assignment (SDA) forms, and processes invoices for billing to outside parties. Assists with month-end closing. Ensures complete and accurate reporting of monthly entries. Reconciles accounts receivable data (month-end and year-end) and accrued accounts receivable data (quarterly and year-end). Researches, gathers, and compiles data for the Town’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR). Assists in preparing various reports and paperwork based on audit list and audit requests. Reviews and analyzes capital asset activity associated with Town conveyances transactions. Enters new additions, disposals, and transfers into the accounting system. Reviews stale dated checks monthly and reports this information as needed. Periodically reviews the Stateof Colorado Unclaimed Property listings and completes applicationsfor refund of monies due to The Town. Utilizesand updates vendor database. Updatesaddress changes and vendor. May assistwith or participate in special projects. Performs other duties as assigned or as necessary. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education High School Diploma or GEDEquivalent Experience At least two (2) years of previous experience in in‑house accounts payable or training that includes municipal payables or general accounts payable processing and computer data entry; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of modern accounting principles and procedures. Knowledge of computer software programs for accounting functions including MSWord, Excel, and Outlook. Skill in communicating effectively with the public and clients over telephone, in person, fax and other methods. Ability to calculate, compute, summate, and/or tabulate data and/or information, including subsequent actionsin relation to thesecomputational operations. Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, andin referencingsuchanalysisto establishedstandards forthe purpose of recognizingactual or probable interactive effectsandrelationships. Ability to coordinate, strategize, and/orcorrelate data and/or information. Includes exerciseofjudgment in determiningtime,place and/or sequenceof operation. Abilityto establish andmaintain effective working relationships with supervisor, support staff and other departments/agenciespositioninteracts with. Abilityto have strong accuratedata entry skills. Abilityto meet deadlines. Abilityto communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Abilityto interpret a variety of instructions. Physical Demands Sedentary work for long periods of time Occasional physical work lifting no more than 40 pounds Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stop, kneel, crouch or crawl Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens Work Environment Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment Equipment Used Uses standard office equipment including a personal computer system This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment. The Town of Castle Rock is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr