***NOTE*** To be considered for this position, please apply at the Skagit County Job Opportunity site:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/skagitwa/default.cfm

SUMMARY:

Performs a wide variety of duties related to the collection and processing of property and excise tax payments. Assists the public with various inquiries. Maintains confidential information related to tax foreclosure and distraint.

Acts as tax cashier and reconciles large dollar volume transactions on a daily basis and assist with accounting functions throughout the office as needed.

- Salary upon hire is $27.69 to $29.66 per hour (step 1 through 3) depending upon qualifications.

- Progressive increases are based upon years of service with Skagit County, up to step 8 (top step is $35.23/hr.). The Accounting Technician II is Range 12 of the District Court, Courthouse & Parks Teamsters Union salary schedule.

Essential Functions

Collects, verifies, and processes tax payments.

Performs a variety of collection duties related to Personal property seizure/sale, Real property foreclosure, and Bankruptcy, which are authorized by Washington State Law.

Conducts research and assignments relative to revenue collection as needed.

Assists the public at the counter and on the telephone regarding tax payments, excise tax payments, permits, and various other inquiries.

Provides detailed assistance to the public on technical information that may require knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Updates property tax roll with changes, processes refunds and exemptions, calculates short/long plats. Accountable for county trust funds and financial reports as required by county and state laws.

Processes excise tax affidavits and documentation. Balance excise tax transactions and determine daily excise tax balance and deposit.

Reports of excise affidavits processed to Department of Revenue.

Assists with Accounting Specialist and Warrant processing job duties as needed. Verifies deposits submitted by districts and processes cash receipts for various departments and districts throughout the County.

Maintains mail machine and scale to operate at full potential assuring correct postage for each piece is precise. Distributes incoming and outgoing office mail correspondence daily.

Maintains copiers, printers and calculators to stay in operable condition. Orders and stocks supplies/materials and maintains a neat and clean supply area. Maintains supply receipts to check invoices received are correct along with amount charged for each item and handles discrepancies with vendors.

Supervisory:
None.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
May be tasked with performing related duties. Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the position description, but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical path to obtain the required qualifications would be:

High school graduate or GED.

Associate degree in accounting or closely related field, preferred.

Minimum two years' experience collections, accounting, banking or related field.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted which provides the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requires knowledge of:

• The fundamentals of general accounting.
• Property tax systems and recording procedures.
• Proper telephone etiquette.
• Mathematics.

Requires the ability to:

• Use the Microsoft Office Suite of products and other accounting software, 10 key adding machine, and other standard office equipment.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with the public and fellow employees.
• Interpret, comprehend, and apply information to enable job performance.
• Accurately process and account for large sums of money.
• Be organized, multitask, and maintain accuracy.
• Be analytical and conceptual.
• Be logical and intuitive.
• Learn applicable county, state and federal laws and regulations.

Licenses and/or Certifications:
Valid Washington State Driver's License.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Extended periods of sitting with some standing and reaching required.

Hazards:
Those present in a normal office environment, no known significant hazards.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS:

Following review of applications and resumes, the highest qualified applicants will be interviewed and may be tested. After a selection is made, all applicants not selected will be notified in writing. Skagit County reserves the right to use applications received for this posting to fill any other positions within this classification which may open within six months following the closing of this position.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Skagit County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

It is the policy of Skagit County to follow all federal and state laws to ensure non-discrimination in its employment practices.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: Individuals, who need an ADA accommodation to complete the application, test or interview process, please call: (360) 416-1380.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.69 - $29.66 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• QuickBooks: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Vernon, WA 98273: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person