The Accounting Specialist is responsible for assigned Treasurer & Public Trustee accounting functions, including select banking, reconciliations, ACH/wire and check processing, tax distribution, balancing tills, and month and year end tasks. Performs duties requiring critical thinking, specialized terminology, some independent judgment, applying accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare reports.--Job Description. Accounting - 40%Participates with daily bank activity and reports to internal departments. Assists with creating/verifying assigned journal entries into Treasurer & Public Trustee system and imports files for multiple systems. Performs assigned duties related to gathering daily distribution of collected taxes and monthly disbursement to taxing authorities. Assists with researching and printing Treasurer and Motor Vehicle refund checks. Participates in researching and initiating specific weekly investor redemption AC - Hs for Treasurer and Public Trustee. Assists with phones coverage, processing mail and other duties as assigned. Provides backup coverage for various accounting and reconciliation processes as needed to ensure continuity of office operations ensuring accuracy and completeness. Supports Accountant with various Treasurer & Public Trustee administrative, GL, and banking duties as assigned. Assists with audits by gathering, organizing, and providing select data to Accountant including correspondence to State of Colorado. Assists taxing authorities via phone calls or email with questions regarding disbursement activity. Assists with various tasks related to tax roll corrections, balancing tax sale, importing special assessments, tax roll processes, Public Trustee accounting, or other assigned tasks. May support gathering required data to prepare 1099 tax forms. Stays informed of new laws and assists with inquiries from external departments and the public regarding Treasurer functions or County programs (e.g., Bright Futures)General Ledger - 40%Verifies assigned ledger accuracy and prepares adjusting journal entries as directed. Assists with reconciling specific asset, liability, and various bank accounts to support documentation. Supports and assists with balancing of assigned accounts to the Treasurer’s and Public Trustee Office general ledger in multiple systems. Assists with month end and year end processes and annual audit preparation as needed. Shares responsibility of maintaining and supporting assigned reporting and journal entries for unclaimed funds accounts for the Treasurer, Motor Vehicle, and Sheriff’s Office. Banking - 20%Serves as a liaison for county departments to ensure accurate recording of daily, weekly, and monthly bank activity to include pulling various bank reports. Helps monitor and manage daily bank transactions, research and resolve pay exceptions. Creates assigned AC - Hs to taxing authorities. Shares responsibility of end of day balancing of office tills, preparing cash deposits, and uploading checks to the bank. Shares responsibility of creating and sending reissued checks from the unclaimed funds account --Required Qualifications. Required Education. Associate's Degree in Accounting. Experience Qualifications 3 years of work experience with an emphasis in bank reconciliation, general ledger management, and/or accounting fundamentals. Preferred Experience. Previous experience working with a public entity is desired. Skills and Abilities. Knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts. Must be proficient in MS Excel. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in accounting practices and procedures. Ability to understand complex mathematical calculations and select a method or formula to resolve the problem. Handles confidential materials in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and County Code. Ability to be an effective communicator, verbally and in writing. Ability to concentrate and prepare accurate information. Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines. Practices safe work habits and supports a safe working environment. Solid knowledge of computer applications and ability to learn new applications as needed. Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date. Work is performed onsite at the Weld County Treasurer & Public Trustee’s Office, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and cross training. Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date. Licenses and Certifications. Pre-employment substance screening is required for this position. This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening in accordance with Weld County policy. As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings.--Use the link below to get a closer look at the generous benefits offered: Government/ County-Information/ Join-Our-Team/ Employee-Benefits--Weld County is an equal employment opportunity employer. We ensure that all employment practices are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Weld County pledges to uphold a