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Employment Listings: Accounts Payable / Payroll Clerk

Accounts Payable / Payroll Clerk
Department: City Hall
City/State: Gilmer, TX
Type: General
Relocation: N/A
Contact Name: Deana Powell
Contact Email: dpowell@etex.net

Please complete the application and upload a resume. Additional information may be emailed to Deana Powell.

Hiring Range - $18.00-$22.00/hr. DOE


JOB DESCRIPTION

The Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk supports the City of Gilmer's financial operations by performing timely and accurate processing of accounts payable, payroll, and related administrative task. This position plays a key role in maintaining financial integrity, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and providing excellent internal customer service to city dpeartments and employees. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

> Process accounts payable invoices, verify accuracy, match purchase orders, prepare and process sales tax, prepare payments, and process     customer refunds.

> Maintain ventor files, W-9 documentation, and assist with annual 1099/1096 reporting.

> Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll, including timekeeping review, deductions, leave accrual reporting, annual longevity and certification pay,     and adjuatments.

> Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with Federal and Texas State wage and hour laws.

> Reconcile payroll reports, benefits invices, and other financial documents.

> Assist with month-end, and year-end closing procedures.

> Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits deductions, and pay history.

> Assist with budget preparation, audit requests, and financial reporting as needed. 

> Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel information. 

> Perform other duties as assigned to support the Finance Department.

> Assist utility clerks when needed, take payments, answer phones, assist customers. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

> High school deploma of GED required, associate degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred. 

> Two (2) years of experience in accounts payable, payroll processing, or general accounting; municipal or governmental eperience preferred. 

> Experience with accounting software and payroll systems is a plus. 

 


City Paid - Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance for the employee

Optional Employee Paid - Vision Insurance and AFLAC Coverage

Retirement provided by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

Paid Vacation Time - 2 Weeks

Paid Sick Time - 2 Weeks

Holidays - 15 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Holiday


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Notice: The City of Gilmer adopted a tax rate that will raise more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year's tax rate.
The tax rate will effectively be raised by 8% and will raise taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 home by approximately $31.06.

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