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Accountant I - Collector of Revenue

Accountant I - Collector of Revenue

Government JobsSaint Louis, MO, US
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Accountant I

The Office of the Collector of Revenue for St. Louis County Government is searching for an Accountant I to join their team. This position will perform accounting functions related to TIF District Surplus Distribution, Non-Appeal Tax Refund, Audit Confirmation Requests, and State Tax Commission / Board of Equalization Appeals.

The typical starting salary range is between $20.00 - $24.00 hourly, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.

To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit : Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website

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Examples of Duties for TIF District Surplus Distribution :

  • Manage the TIF District Surplus Distribution process by performing accounts receivable functions upon receipt of payments and completing necessary deposits.
  • Calculate and document apportionment of TIF District Surplus funds.
  • Issue checks to appropriate Taxing Authorities as needed.
  • Prepare the Quarterly Tax Sale Surplus Report for the Director of Revenue's office.
  • Examine financial documents to ensure accuracy and conformance with requirements by reviewing related records, provisions, and / or regulations.
  • Assist taxpayers in person and over the phone with inquiries regarding Real and Personal property tax status.
  • Perform related work as required.

Examples of Duties for Non-Appeal Tax Refund :

  • Manage non-appeal tax refund process as a result of duplicate payments, overpayments, erroneous payments, and handles exemption refunds.
  • Review accounts monthly and research as needed to ensure that a refund is needed.
  • Prepare statistical data reports for the Director of Revenue's office.
  • Assist taxpayers in person and over the phone with inquiries regarding Real and Personal property tax status.
  • Perform related work as required.

    • Examples of Duties for Audit Confirmation Requests :

  • Manage the receipt, completion, and replies of Audit Confirmation Requests.
  • Differentiate data requests for the Collector's Office vs. Sunshine requests and ad hoc IT-related data requests.
  • Research and provide requested data in order of receipt.
  • Prepare statistical data reports for the Director of Revenue's office.
  • Assist taxpayers in person and over the phone with inquiries regarding Real and Personal property tax status.
  • Perform related work as required.

    • Examples of Duties for State Tax Commission / Board of Equalization Appeals :

  • Manage refund process as a result of State Tax Commission and Board of Equalization appeal decisions.
  • Responsible for balancing and reporting of levee district payments, pool and billiard fees, and peddler fees.
  • Maintain accounts receivable related to Paid Under Protest tax payments and initiate the release of funds when appropriate.
  • Perform related work as required.

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, preferably including some related work experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience (four years or more)
  • The work rules for the Department of Revenue require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes

    • Additional Information :

    A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director / Appointing Authority who will make the final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

    The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

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