CO Financial Asst II

This is an internal job opportunity exclusive to current employees of the Wiliamson County Sheriff's Office Reporting directly to the Senior Financial Assistant, responsible for performing financial reporting, bookkeeping/accounting, and routine administrative activities in support of the Williamson County Jail. Ensures cash flow of inmate accounts (intake, purchases, third-party release, releases) Monitors commissary applications, trouble shoot deposit kiosks and inmate commissary portal and assist in executing commissary vendor services Audits and processes invoices Prepares financial reports, balance sheets Creates purchase orders, maintains forms, worksheets, and informational materials Applies medical billing and internal bill-of-sale to inmate accounts Monitor banking institutions for accuracy, working knowledge of debits and credits Completes month-end account monetary collections Processes, tracks, and submits deposits to treasurer and banking institution Interpret financial data and cash flow processes, research financial discrepancies and provided solutions Creates and maintains scanned document folders Processes refunds to appropriate parties/public Coordinates with Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) to mitigate fraudulent financial transactions Maintains knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Provides direct customer service in-person and by telephone Prioritizes communication with other county departments, other law enforcement agencies and the public Coordinates with internal staff, including but not limited to accounts payable, treasurer’s office and the medical department Attends all meetings and trainings, as required Performs special duties as assigned ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS Reports directly to – Senior Financial Assistant Direct Reports – No PHYSICAL DEMANDS Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying Position may involve working day and/or overnight shifts ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment Contact with persons accused or convicted of crimes Contact with law enforcement officials and public IRREGULAR HOURS Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. High School diploma or equivalent Three (3) years of clerical experience including accounting and financial duties Working knowledge of financial applications LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required within thirty (30) days of employment Valid driver’s license Budget Assignment: Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) User certification PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of legal and criminal justice systems EMPLOYMENT TESTING Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: Criminal background check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes Drug screening: Yes Physical exam: No Psychological exam: No Additional: N/A A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.