Accountant I – Collector of Revenue

Finance
St. Louis County, MO
August 5, 2024
Full Time
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Job Description

Description

This position works in the Office of the Collector of Revenue and will perform accounting functions related to TIF District Surplus Distribution,  Non-Appeal Tax Refund, Audit Confirmation Requests, and State Tax Commission/Board of Equalization Appeals 

The typical starting salary range is between $16.00-$18.00 hourly depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations.  Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits
 
 St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.  For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
 

Examples of Duties

Examples of Duties for TIF District Surplus Distribution:

  • Manages the TIF District Surplus Distribution process by performing accounts receivable functions upon receipt of payments and completing necessary deposits.
  • Calculates and documents apportionment of TIF District Surplus funds.
  • Issues checks to appropriate Taxing Authorities as needed.
  • Prepares the Quarterly Tax Sale Surplus Report for the Director of Revenue’s office.
  • Examines financial documents to ensure accuracy  and conformance with requirements by reviewing related records, provisions, and/or regulations.
  • Assists taxpayers in person and over the phone with inquiries regarding Real and Personal property tax status.
  • Performs related work as required.

Examples of Duties for Non-Appeal Tax Refund:

  • Manages non-appeal tax refund process as a result of duplicate payments, overpayments, erroneous payments, and handles exemption refunds.
  • Reviews accounts monthly and researches, as needed, to ensure that a refund is needed.
  • Prepares statistical data reports for the Director of Revenue’s office.
  • Assists taxpayers in person and over the phone with inquiries regarding Real and Personal property tax status.
  • Performs related work as required.

Examples of Duties for Audit Confirmation Requests:

  • Manages the receipt, completion, and replies of Audit Confirmation Requests.
  • Differentiates data requests for the Collector’s Office vs. Sunshine requests and ad hoc IT-related data requests.
  • Researches and provides requested data in order of receipt.
  • Prepares statistical data reports for the Director of Revenue’s office.
  • Assists taxpayers in person and over the phone with inquiries regarding Real and Personal property tax status.
  • Performs related work as required.

State Tax Commission/Board of Equalization Appeals:

  • Manages refund process as a result of State Tax Commission and Board of Equalization appeal decisions.
  • Responsible for balancing and reporting of levee district payments, pool and billiard fees, and peddler fees.
  • Maintains accounts receivable related to Paid Under Protest tax payments and initiates the release of funds when appropriate.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university preferably including some related experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  

The work rules for the Department of Revenue require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes. 

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT:  A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant’s education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
 
 The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.  The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant’s earned grade.  A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.  After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire.  Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.  
 
 The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
 
 All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.  Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory.  The cost of screening will be covered by the County.  
 
 HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis.  We only accept On-line applications.
 
 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:  The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans’ status or political affiliation.  Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

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