Accounting Clerk- Health And Human Services

Flagler County is looking for an Accounting Clerk in our Health and Human Services Department. This position is increasingly responsible fiscal & clerical work in keeping and maintaining specialized state, federal and county fiscal and accounting records.

• Conducts complex and routine audits of a variety of records by examining, verifying, and reviewing accounts and invoices.
• Coordinates annual equipment inventory and disposition of records for all divisions.
• Responsible for tracking and follow-up of client copays for compliance with grant requirements
• Prepares invoices for payment. Maintains expenditure records.
• During emergencies, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
• Coordinates and processes all Adult Day Care administrative functions including, Medicaid LTC billing, Grant copay billing, accounts receivable, maintenance of attendance records and assists with most purchasing and clerical tasks.
• Purchases office supplies for all divisions and maintains record of expenditures
• Reviews encumbrances as to availability of funds.
• Performs related work as required.
• Assists Financial Management Coordinator and Program Managers with calculating the cost of operation of department wide activities, grant required Service Cost Reports, and preparation of budget estimates.
• Prepares intricate schedules/reports using spreadsheet or word processing software.
• Enters weekly payroll and maintains payroll and personal leave records.
• Processes and assembles data for computer input. Enters and edits accounting transactions into on-line financial system to include; purchase order requisitions, change orders and receipting, purchasing card transactions, and other transactions as necessary.
• Prepares and records weekly deposits for all divisions in accordance with best practices/checks and balances.

These Essential Functions and Responsibilities are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. All employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.

• Comparable experience, education, and training may substitute for minimum qualifications.
• Minimum of 2-years experience as an Accounting Clerk or equivalent.
• Graduation from High School or equivalent.

Flagler County is a drug free workplace, some positions may require a pre-employment drug screen.

Flagler County, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Flagler County, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have the ability to make mathematical calculations with accuracy and reasonable speed.
• Previous experience with working to serve the public and/or general customer service experience is preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of principles and practices of bookkeeping and ability to apply this knowledge in varied work situations. Multi-tasking is essential.

Physical Requirements

Physical demand: Sedentary

• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• 10 lbs. Maximum lifting.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
• Good eye sight for production or safety of self and others.
• Some occasional walking or standing may be required.