What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Billing Clerk position at Washington Co?
At Washington Co, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Utility Billing Clerk to join our team. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional internal and external customer service while providing essential administrative support.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for performing various accounting, bookkeeping, cashiering, and clerical tasks, including processing water bills, landfill bills, and miscellaneous receivables for Washington County customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Billing: Prepare all water and landfill bills and any other utility public works related services, ensuring compliance with billing regulations and policies.
- Utility Account Maintenance: Establish new water customer accounts, complete contracts for all new water customers, identify delinquent accounts, and prepare service cutoff lists.
- Accounts Receivable: Accepts and processes billing payments along with all Countywide miscellaneous receivables accurately and in a timely manner.
- Daily Deposits: Verify and process daily deposits, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded and deposited in a timely manner.
- Financial Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including the recording and balancing of customer accounts on a monthly basis.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience in accounting, business management, or similar field desirable; or any substantial combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge, ability, and skills to perform the work.
- A valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices as well as general office operations and clerical procedures and practices.
