Deputy Clerk Bookkeeper
Pitt County, NC - USA
Job Summary
Agency
Clerk of Superior CourtDivision
CSC PittJob Classification Title
Deputy Clerk (S)Position Number
Grade
JC01About Us
DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day North Carolinas courts help provide safety for our communities prosperity for our economy and protection for the rights liberties and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor denial or delay.
Description of Work
SALARY RANGE: $37404.00 - $60502.00The Office of the Clerk of Superior Court Pitt County seeks an individual to serve in the position of Deputy Clerk/Bookkeeper in the legal system of North Carolina. Bookkeeping deputy clerks maintain oversee and report financial accounting data in a clerk of superior court office. Performs work in an area or program requiring specialized fiscal knowledge and practice of recording classifying examining and analyzing data and records of transactions. Work involves cash receipting; accounting; check writes; fund disbursements; general ledger and chart of account maintenance; generation verification correction and distribution of certain accounting reports and entering accounting transactions in the Enterprise Justice System while adhering to established segregation of duty larger offices work may be specialized by concentration in one or two areas of responsibility.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
As a Deputy Clerk/Bookkeeper you may perform a variety of duties such as but not limited to the following:
May include independent responsibility for maintaining accounting records or separate accounts receivable/payable functions.
May include varied responsibilities affecting the fiscal and financial operations of their respective work unit.
Analyze data for accuracy problem-solves and interpret applicable policies and statutes. Identify and correct errors in their own or others work; accountable for accuracy of entries and reconciliation of data and information.
Prepare print and mail checks from payment authorizations to repay bonds pay alimony child support jury payments etc.
Process escheats (unclaimed funds) research for valid address populate escheats spreadsheet prepare and sends letter of notice calculate interest report to State Treasurer balance with Enterprise Justice System.
Prepare and mail notices to citizens for unclaimed deposits and voided check.
Set up minor trust investment accounts with local banks.
Prepare files for destruction in accordance with Rules of Recordkeeping.
New hires may be paid above the minimum rate depending on education and experience in a North Carolina Clerk of Superior Court office.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies:
Knowledge of: theories principles practices and terminology of accountancy; working knowledge of accounting methods procedures and accounting practices; accounting and other software (e.g. Excel Word web browser). General knowledge of applicable information technology (e.g. file management network drives) to meet work needs.
Skills in:active listening; communicating both verbally and in writing; and MS Office including Excel.
Ability to: compile monitor and examine various routine financial accounting data for accuracy and integrity following standardized methods formats and procedures; print and analyze Enterprise Justice System reports; recognize and research unusual activity for further investigation; understand and adhere to systems of internal control; gather and report routine financial information and communicate structured information in a clear concise and organized manner; establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success; identify and recognize routine or standard problems that have established precedents and limited impact referring non-standard questions and problems to higher levels; follow and apply oral and written guidelines.
Supplemental and Contact Information:
INSTRUCTIONS:
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Dominikii Coleman
NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
A high school diploma and two (2) years of experience as a paralegal or in accounting coursework or an associates degree in accounting finance business management or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Pitt County residence preferred.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Dominikii C ColemanEmail:
Required Experience:
IC