Part Time Sales Tax Clerk

We are currently recruiting for qualified applicants for a Sales Tax Clerk . Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. The City of Golden has over 500 employees serving the community in parks and recreation, public works, public safety, and administration. The City offers a wide array of benefits and perks designed to enhance the work and wellness experience our employees enjoy today and into the future. Job benefits include flexible schedules, paid sick leave and access to facility amenities.

The part time Accounting Clerk - Sales Tax position is responsible for a variety of sales tax accounting activities. Interfaces with citizens and public on a daily basis answering questions pertaining to sales tax licenses and sales tax returns. Enters return data into computer system. Responsible for front desk duties including but not limited to answering phones, greeting visitors, receiving and recording cash receipts and basic clerical and administrative support to the Finance Division.

Flexible schedule or remote work possible after six months, depending on performance and department needs.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

Processes and reviews lockbox and online sales tax returns for accuracy and enters data from tax returns into computer system.

 

Performs varied administrative work related to the administration of tax and license laws and ordinances. Licenses businesses and follows up on unlicensed businesses. Verifies State address database against city licensed businesses. Responsible for license renewal reminders and follow-up.

 

Processes Senior Sales Tax Returns. (Jan-March)

 

Serves as backup to Cashier as needed.

Associate’s degree or higher preferred, or minimum of high school diploma or general education diploma (GED). Minimum 2 years’ related accounting or business experience. Experience with INCODE accounting software a plus. Knowledgeable in MS Office programs including Excel and Word. Ability to learn organization accounting software. Must possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Strong organizational skills with high attention to accuracy and detail.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION 

Must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Excellent customer service, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to reconcile tax returns and accounts.  

 

REASONING ABILITY 

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.   Ability to query and obtain missing information and verify data. Ability to address routine questions and processes. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Ability to acquire knowledge of municipal laws and rules and regulations governing the licensing and taxation of local businesses. Knowledge of principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting. Knowledgeable in MS Office programs including Excel and Word. Ability to learn organization accounting software. Ability to complete tasks independently under limited supervision. Ability to interface with the public in a professional and tactful manner.

 

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED

General office equipment including computer, telephone, copier, printer, etc.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Office environment with moderate noise level. 

The City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Salary : $21 - $25