Accounting Clerk II - Public Services

Salary: $20.66 - $28.93 Hourly Location : Port Richey, FL Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 13938-0526 Department: Public Services Grants & Fiscal Services Opening Date: 05/01/2026 Closing Date: 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Salary Range: $20.66 - $28.93 Pay Grade: N34 (Non-exempt position) Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.General DescriptionJOIN OUR TEAM AS AN ACCOUNTING CLERK IIThis role involves advanced clerical and specialized accounting work in compiling, maintaining, and verifying diverse statistical, fiscal, and bookkeeping records and accounts. Essential Job FunctionsCorrelates and codes invoices, purchase orders, and vouchers for payment. Prepares forms independently and composes letters for supervisor's signature. Sets up files and files letters and related technical information in the prescribed manner. Assembles information for supervisor's use. Refers calls to other employees, officials, or departments as needed. Reviews and approves purchasing card transactions and invoices for payments. Operates all standard types of office machines. Maintains proper accounting documentation & files. Posts journal entries to ledger. Examines financial records for accuracy and completeness according to prescribed standards. Maintains inventory of equipment, property, and various other accounting and control records. Reconciles bank statements. Performs related work as required. Refers calls to other employees, officials, or departments as needed. Reviews and approves purchasing card transactions and invoices for payments. Operates all standard types of office machines. Maintains proper accounting documentation & files. Posts journal entries to ledger. Examines financial records for accuracy and completeness according to prescribed standards. Maintains inventory of equipment, property, and various other accounting and control records. Reconciles bank statements. Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of bookkeeping principles and procedures. Knowledge of office methods and procedures. Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations relative to financial records. Ability to perform daily work involving written or numerical data. Ability to make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately. Ability to read for comprehension. Knowledge of Excel, Tyler Munis and Pasco County Purchasing Ordinance. Ability to make decisions in accordance with the departmental rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and public. Minimum RequirementsPHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability to operate a computer and to use a keyboard to enter data. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree in Accounting or related field and one (1) year of secretarial/clerical and maintenance of fiscal records experience OR graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and three (3) years of secretarial/clerical and maintenance of fiscal records experience. In House applicants: This position qualifies for DAP LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants. PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021Benefits include: Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid holidays Group insurance Tuition reimbursement Deferred compensation Medical leave pool Annual medical leave buy-back Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year. Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions. 01 I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position. AcknowledgeDecline02 Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee? YesNo03 Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education? GEDHigh SchoolAssociate degreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctorateNone of the above04 Are you a current Pasco BOCC employee who has successfully completed or are within 30 days of completing the Degree Alternative Program (DAP)? NoYes05 Which best describes the years of experience you have in secretarial/clerical and maintenance of fiscal records? Ten or more years of experienceNine years but less than tenEight years but less than nineSeven years but less than eightSix years but less than sevenFive years but less than sixFour years but less than fiveThree years but less than fourTwo years but less than threeOne year but less than twoLess than one year of experience06 Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire? YesNo07 Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY). YesNo08 I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC. AcknowledgedDeclined09 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment. YesNo10 Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months? YesNo11 Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less) 12 How did you hear about this position? BillboardFacebookFriend/Family ReferralIndeedInstagramJob FairLinkedInMagazine publicationNextdoorPasco County employeePasco County Facebook PagePasco County website/Governmentjobs.comPasco County Traffic SignUtility bill insertX/TwitterYouTubeOther13 If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A. Required Question