Job Posting for Treasury - Cashier and Banking Deputy at Island County
The County Treasurer’s Office performs all financial functions for Island County, its taxing districts (school, fire, water, etc.) and other units of local government – it receipts, disburses, invests, and accounts for the funds of each of these entities. In addition, the County Treasurer bills and collects various taxes that benefit many governmental units. We are a local agent for the Washington Department of Revenue.
This position is responsible for tracking and reconciling daily cash balances, and accounting for banking activity and deposits.
Download, analyze, and reconcile daily banking activity to determine cash requirements
Reconcile internal cash management schedules
Track EFT deposits and account for them in financial accounting software
Maintain outstanding warrant listings related to cash requirements
Accept deposits from:
County departments – verify amount of deposit, tenders, accounting information and that supporting documentation is complete; process and issue receipt
Outside districts – verify amount of deposit, tenders, enter accounting information and supporting documentation in financial accounting software; issue receipt
Treasury staff for excise, property taxes, and fees – verify amounts, verify tenders, enter accounting information and supporting documentation in financial accounting software; issue receipt
Process EFT deposits by verifying accounting and supporting information, and receipt funds; post when complete and enter transaction on summary schedule
Balance daily receipts with funds on hand
Prepare for following day and provide to supervisor for review:
Checks received for remote deposit capture with supporting documentation
Bank deposit ticket for coin and currency
Follow up with departments or districts on outstanding items
Process returned bank items and follow up
Answer customer inquiries in person and by phone as available
Maintain records
Other duties as assigned
Proficiency with Office – Excel, Outlook, and Word (in that order)
Proficiency with financial accounting software
Possess excellent math skills and detail orientation
Produce accurate work that is complete in accordance with daily deadlines
Records and files maintained and well organized
Professional personal appearance and demeanor
Follow instructions and adhere to existing policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Able to work independently; self-motivated
Proficient English writing and verbal communication skills including correct grammar
Interact with other individuals to obtain information and resolve problems
Comfortable supporting the agenda and policies of the Treasurer’s Office in a professional and articulate manner
Willingness to cross train to perform other office responsibilities as backup
Interest in solving problems and making improvements
Enjoy providing excellent service to all customers
Interest in and willingness to learn new things on a financial team
Possess flexibility and a sense of humor
Two-year business (with accounting concentration) or accounting degree - minimum
Three years of progressive accounting and/or banking experience
Previous business or professional customer service experience
Previous government financial experience desirable
Previous experience with property database software helpful
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