A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Johnson County Government's Developmental Supports Department is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Accounting Assistant. The position will be filled based on the candidate’s qualifications. First review of candidates will be Thursday, October 12, 2023.

• Maintains effective communication and good working relationships with employees at all levels of the County and customers outside the department in all key functional areas.

• Reviews, reconciles, compiles, tracks, and processes accounting transactions involving cash, receipts, invoices, requisitions, vouchers, journal entries, expense reports, and other similar items for approval.

• Communicates verbally and in writing with internal and external contacts in order to resolve discrepancies and exchange or update information.

• Prepares standard and customized reports, such as summaries of balances, cost information, and other reports; assists with processing fiscal period opening/closing transactions.

• Maintains and updates files; gathers and collates records to compile information.

• Conducts tasks associated with payroll processing such as verifies timesheets, finds, researches, and provides resolution to payroll discrepancies; completes and verifies data entry; distributes paychecks; provides information and answers questions from staff regarding payroll issues; maintains attendance and leave tracking records; acts as department/agency workgroup functional representative in data management systems and provides training to new users; coordinates Family and Medical Leave according to policies, procedures, and guidelines.

A high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative functions involving record keeping or related area are required.

Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field is preferred.

Experience can substitute for education. Education can substitute for experience.

For a look at our benefits package, click here! 2023 Benefits Overview.