Account Assistant

Overview Title: Account Assistant Civil Service Title: Account Clerk Office: Aging & Disabled Services Reports To: Division Manager, Fiscal Management Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:15pm Location: New Brunswick, NJ The Account Assistant supports fiscal grant functions as assigned and supports working in cooperation with Office staff, other county staff and grantees. Responsibilities Establish and amend County budgets for all Office grants. Establish and amend all State Office grants (Area Plan Contract, Respite, PASP and SHIP). Create and revise budgets as needed for approximately 65 programs. Responsible for quarterly State reports for 4 grants. Work with auditors on a bi-annual basis. Cross trained in different responsibilities with the Fiscal Division Required to learn to utilize various computer programs: State database, SAGE, Finance Enterprise, Minute Traq, DocuSign, Word and Excel for example. Ability to provide advice and technical assistance Maintains the essential records and files Ability to write descriptive reports using proper style and format. Ability to orally express oneself clearly and concisely, imparting information, answering questions and explaining activities and/or directions in a manner appropriate for listeners. Ability to develop written communication material to convey information concerning a range of subject related to the agency's progress. Ability to carry out recurring assignments independently and in accord with established procedures, policies and previous experience. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relations with supervisors, coworkers and grantees. Clerical Responsibilities, as needed Works to promote a healthy work environment. Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 15 accounting credits at a minimum. Accounting degree a plus. Previous experience in accounting, finance, or related field. Familiarity with accounting software. The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $45,000 - $51,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits: Build your future while helping shape the future of your community. At Middlesex County, we're committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits and a workplace that values well-being and balance. Middlesex County is proud to provide the resources, support, and flexibility employees need to thrive both professionally and personally. Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Middlesex County, New Jersey