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New Castle County Government
ACCOUNT CLERK III (SELECTIVE CERT - TREASURY) AFSCME LOCAL 1607 - PAY GRADE 19
New Castle, DE
Jun 14, 2025
$40,434 - $65,867 a year
Full-time
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period, and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification.  Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.  
  
Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde
  
EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list.  The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year.   The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s). 
  New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs supervisory and/or paraprofessional accounting work in connection with important financial operations; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs high level clerical work often involving supervisory responsibility for carrying out important and difficult office functions. Employees in this class frequently supervise Account Clerk I's and II's and other office personnel engaged in varied bookkeeping activities. Good knowledge is required of the scope and purpose of the program of the department, of the inter-relationships of the various units, and of the laws and rules governing the accounts maintained. Only unusual problems are referred to a superior.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

  • Maintains government contract and federal grant records;
  • Maintains County debt service records, including bond books and payments to trustees and or payment agents;
  • Maintains records of taxes collected and related adjustments, reconciles taxes collected against taxes posted;
  • Maintains accounting records, such as cash receipts, cash disbursements, accounts receivable ledger, and general ledger;
  • Handles various insurance matters;
  • Researches and prepares documents pertaining to tax and sewer refunds and overpayments;
  • Prepares all bills for payment, verifies against purchase orders, checking extensions and total, account classification and authorization;
  • Reviews vendor statements against invoices received to keep records accurate, and investigates discrepancies;
  • Prepares invoices for rental of property, gasoline purchases and parking and makes entries for same in sales journal;
  • Prepares purchase requisitions and monitors purchase order balances;
  • Prepares records and report forms;
  • Collects receipts from coin-operated equipment;
  • Maintains petty cash fund;
  • Assists in preparation of departmental budget for review by the general manager and submission to County Council;
  • Prepares cash statements and similar accounting statements from records, trial balances, reports of funds received and expended and depreciation schedules;
  • Probates estates and audits accountings of same;
  • Assists in the preparation of all financial related reports;
  • Assumes responsibility for researching, tracking, resolving, and documenting problems affecting financial transactions recorded;
  • Keeps management informed of area activities and recurring operational or other significant problems that arise;
  • Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
  • Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of office management practices and specialized County functions; thorough knowledge of governmental bookkeeping principles and practices; ability to plan work for and supervise groups of clerical employees; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; administrative ability and skill in maintaining effective public relations; ability to draw valid conclusions; tact and courtesy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least five (5) years progressively responsible experience in bookkeeping-clerical work, one (1) year of which shall have been at the level of Account Clerk II or equivalent, and possession of a high school diploma or GED certificate supplemented by business or commercial courses; or at least one (1) year experience and graduation from a college or university of recognized standing with major work in accounting or business management; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the knowledge, skills and abilities. At least six (6) months experience reviewing and reconciling tax or utility accounts and financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness, and (6) months experience which shall have been in local government tax and utility administration, with taxadministration software (such as Hansen) in a capacity responsible for making adjustments to customer accounts.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a Class III County physical examination and background check.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Laura McDermott
Office of Human Resources
Laura.McDermott@newcastlede.gov

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ACCOUNT CLERK III (SELECTIVE CERT - TREASURY) AFSCME LOCAL 1607 - PAY GRADE 19
New Castle County Government
New Castle, DE
Jun 14, 2025
$40,434 - $65,867 a year
Full-time
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