Bookkeeper

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To apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sarasotasheriff

Job Description

The employee will perform a wide variety of tasks including oversight of accounting records, accurately recording all payables and receivables as well as handling cash bond and purge transactions.
Under the supervision of the Fiscal Manager, the bookkeeper will perform a wide variety of tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, inventory, invoicing, processing and reconciling credit card statements, unclaimed property and special projects as assigned.

General Description of Duties

Tasks: Balance cash receipts; prepare special revenue checks; process travel reimbursements; process accounts payable checks; manage operating funds; verify and authorize payables; ensure compliance with audit samples; allocate forfeiture funds; support related entitles; assure adequate control of agency assets; complete assignment as directed; maintain work areas; knowledge of general orders; complete, update, submit required reports/documents/forms; provide back-up within the bureau; generate reports; receive, route, and disperse telephone calls/messages; compose and type correspondence, reports, and other materials; sort and distribute mail; maintain confidential files; maintain and update files/reports/documentation; organize and assemble requested information; and complete special projects;

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years related experience
• The term “experience,” refers to active full-time employment, either in the same position, or directly related to the position applied for. The experience must have occurred within the three (3) years prior to application with the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
• Ability to work independently.
• Be computer proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains experience preferred.
• Possess excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

SCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,699.00 - $66,019.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person