What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Clerk III position at City of Wichita, KS?

Salary : $20.44 - $28.88 Hourly

Location : Wichita, KS

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : Account Clerk 3 Engineering

Department : Public Works and Utilities

Division : PWU Engineering

Opening Date : 02 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 20 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Bargaining Unit : VAR

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

This is advanced clerical and bookkeeping work that may involve supervising staff. Administrative assistance to a supervisor may be provided, or, as an alternative to significant supervisory activities, a set of diverse and complex accounting related tasks may be performed. Routine work is performed independently with limited supervision and direction.

Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 7 : 30am - 4 : 30pm

Bargaining Unit : Employee Council

Posting may close at any time

Examples of Work Performed

Maintains accounting, budgetary, personnel, cost, purchasing and other records as required.

May supervise subordinate clerical and bookkeeping staff.

Implements new procedures for office functions when needed.

Compiles information for budget preparation and other financial projects.

Compiles financial statements as required.

Examines for accuracy, legality, and compliance with pertinent regulations, the ordinances, vouchers, invoices and related papers that serve as the basis for payment of debts.

Examines vouchers pertaining to the settlement of accounts and reviews supporting documents covering receipts and disbursements.

Maintains time records, conducts an audit of payroll, and maintains pay records and related schedules and reports.

Initiates, verifies, and maintains records of regularly recurring payments.

These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

Considerable knowledge of accounting principles and skill in applying them to accounting transactions

Knowledge of, and ability to work with, the four functions of mathematics

Ability to read, interpret and apply applicable policies and procedures

Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information

Ability to develop and use spreadsheets involving basic mathematical and statistical operations

Ability to create a manual or electronic record of financial information quickly and accurately

Ability and proficiency in the use of an electronic calculator

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, and representatives of other organizations

May require ability to sit at a desk for six to eight hours per day using a computer

May require the ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others

May require the ability to direct the flow of work and to plan and review the work of other employees engaged in routine bookkeeping tasks

May require ability to access manual files from floor level to overhead, possibly requiring use of a stool or ladder

May require ability to repeatedly bend, stoop, twist, or kneel to file or retrieve records.

May require ability to lift and carry file boxes weighing up to 20 lbs.

An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training

One year of experience in progressively complex accounting or bookkeeping, including but not limited to tasks such as managing accounts receivables, payables, reconciliation, and payroll.

One year of experience maintaining financial records.

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Attainment of passing scores on pre-employment tests. Candidates with required experience and training will be required to take the following assessment :

Microsoft Excel Normal User

Preferred Experience and Training

Three years of experience in progressively complex accounting or bookkeeping, including but not limited to tasks such as managing accounts receivables, payables, reconciliation, and payroll.

One year of experience in public contact work.

One year of experience handling high volume of telephone calls with multiple phone lines.

One year of experience developing and maintaining productive working relationships with both internal and external clients.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites Programs.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links :

CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and / or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care / mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.

5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.

6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.

7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.

8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and / or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.

12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES

Deferred Compensation Investment Program

Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)

Bereavement Pay

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Voluntary Shared Leave Program

Training Programs

Longevity Pay

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Injury Leave (on-job injury)

Community Volunteer Events

I have the following years of experience in progressively complex accounting or bookkeeping, including but not limited to tasks such as managing accounts receivable, payables, reconciliation, and payroll :

Less than 1 year

1 to 2 years' experience

3 to 4 years' experience

5 years' experience

I do not have experience in progressively complex accounting or bookkeeping, including but not limited to tasks such as managing accounts receivable, payables, reconciliation, and payroll.

I have the following years of experience maintaining financial records

Less than 1 year

1 - 2 years of experience

3 - 4 years of experience

5 years of experience

I do not have experience maintaining financial records.

I have the following years of experience in public contact work in a customer service environment

1-6 months experience

6 months- 1 years' experience

2-4 years' experience

5 years' experience

I do not have experience in public contact work in a customer service environment

I have demonstrated experience handling a high volume of telephone calls with multiple phone lines.

I have the following years of experience developing and maintaining productive working relationships with both internal and external clients.

Less than one year

1 to 2 years' experience

2 to 3 years' experience

4 to 5 years' experience

5 years' experience

I do not have experience in developing and maintaining productive working relationships with both internal and external clients.

My proficiency with Microsoft office is at the following level...

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Expert

I do not have experience or proficiency in MS Office

Briefly describe your favorite feature of Excel. Tell us why it is your favorite and how you use it to make yourself, your department or business more effective and efficient.

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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