Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from City of Irving
Job overview
The Senior Accounting Clerk at City of Irving manages accounts receivable and payable processes, cash transactions, and financial reporting to support the city's fiscal transparency and financial operations.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves processing billings, monitoring balances, collections follow-up, cash handling, reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries, responding to billing inquiries, managing accounts payable cycles, resolving payment issues, assisting with month-end and year-end closings, and supporting payroll processing.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an hourly pay range of $21.61 to $30.47, competitive health benefits, and participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).
Experience and skills
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with some college or specialized training, three years of accounting/bookkeeping experience, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and strong attention to detail.
Work environment and culture
The City of Irving promotes an inclusive, respectful, and diverse work environment that reflects the community's demographics and fosters equity, safety, trust, and belonging.
Company information
City of Irving is a municipal organization committed to fiscal transparency and providing reliable financial information and support to staff, management, council, citizens, and external parties.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume with their application; full job descriptions and other job classifications are available online.
Company overview
The City of Irving is a municipal government entity located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in Texas, responsible for providing essential services and infrastructure to its residents. It generates revenue primarily through property taxes, sales taxes, and various fees for services such as utilities, permits, and recreational programs. Historically, Irving has been known for its strategic location and economic development initiatives, attracting businesses and fostering a vibrant community. The city is also recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in urban planning, making it an attractive place for both residents and businesses.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in accounts receivable and payable, cash handling, and reconciliations, emphasizing your attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel as required by the City of Irving.
Focus on showcasing your ability to manage billing inquiries, process journal entries, and assist with month-end and year-end closings, including 1099 reporting, to align with the job duties.
Apply through multiple platforms such as the City of Irving's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application reach and visibility.
Connect with current employees in the Financial Services Department at City of Irving on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like asking about their experience working in municipal financial services or commenting on the city’s commitment to diversity and fiscal transparency.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'accounts receivable,' 'accounts payable,' 'cash transactions,' 'journal entries,' 'reconciliations,' and 'Microsoft Excel' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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