What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Clerk (SPANISH SPEAKING) position at Suffolk County?
An employee in this class performs specialized clerical work in keeping financial records of some variety and complexity. Using a single or double entry system, the incumbent is responsible for keeping books or records that are subject to audit. Duties may include utilization of computers with financial capabilities. The work is performed in accordance with clearly established accounting methods and procedures, and is reviewed primarily through verification of financial records and statements. The incumbent assists Spanish-speaking clients by interpreting policy, providing assistance with forms and translating information. Supervision may be exercised over a small number of clerical personnel.
**Sponsorship is not available for this role
- Does related work as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists Spanish-speaking clients in filling out forms and in understanding the department's policies;
- Posts financial data to forms or journals, which serve as permanent records of transactions;
- Updates automated financial records;
- Prepares purchase orders and requisitions;
- Reconciles bank statements;
- Maintains a variety of other financial records;
- Prepares financial and statistical reports of some complexity by drawing data from financial records;
- Operates adding, calculating or other standard office machines.
Benefits For You Now And Your Future
- Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pension
- Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
- Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.
Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.
Salary: $42,047
- This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
**Sponsorship is not available for this role
OPEN COMPETITIVE
EITHER
EITHER
a) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience in computing and registering data in financial records, accounts, or journals;
OR
b) Two (2) years of clerical experience, and six (6) credits in accounting from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State.
OR
b) Two (2) years of clerical experience, and six (6) credits in accounting from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State.
NOTE: Education beyond high school from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State including at least three (3) credits in accounting per year, may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
This Role Is A Provisional Appointment
A provisional appointment, which occurs only in the competitive class, is a temporary appointment to a position for which no eligible list exists or for which an eligible list exists with fewer than three candidates who are willing to accept the position. In order to become permanent, the employee who is provisionally appointed must take the next examination for the position in question. The appointment to the position is then made from among the three highest scoring passing candidates who indicate their willingness to accept the position. Civil Service law does not compel the appointing authority to choose the provisional employee should he or she be one of the three candidates
Additional details regarding a Provisional Appointment can be reviewed at:
https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Civil-Service/faqs
Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:
- Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
- We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
- We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.
Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $42,047
