Accounting Assistant

Position Summary

Full-time position, 40.0 hours per week. Qualifications: Associate or Business degree from an accredited vocational or technical college in administrative professional or business with some accounting classes and a minimum of two (2) years of

responsible office experience preferred. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word is required, as well as the ability to work in Excel, Outlook, and Adobe. Ability to accurately type 45 WPM. Computer experience required. Hire rate: $23.175 per hour. Columbia County Accounting Department also offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus. Application and job description may be from web site: https://www.co.columbia.wi.us Application deadline is July 22, 2026. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Responsible for, or assist in, the County’s imaging process – including file/record inventory, scanning, indexing, and attachment in the JD Edwards Accounting System
2. Performs billing to agencies or persons and monitors receivable balances
3. Account for and reconcile funds as directed
4. Communicates/assists employees/others with completion of tasks and projects
5. Provides clerical office support including typing, filing, computer entry, and preparation of various reports and schedules
6. Analyzes, monitors, and distributes reports or other information
7. Assists with the annual budget and audit
8. Serves as a backup employee within the Accounting Department for employee absences, vacations, and sick leave and is then responsible for performing all associated job tasks, on a limited term basis
9. Takes meeting minutes when requested
10. Records/deposit receipts
11. Prepares/assists with vouchers and journal entries
12. Knowledge of and ability to use modern office equipment
13. Ability to work in multiple computer programs – financial, imaging, state and federal

Educational Requirements

1. Associate or Business degree from an accredited vocational or technical college in administrative professional or business with some accounting classes and a minimum of two (2) years of responsible office experience preferred
2. In evaluating candidates for this position, the County may consider a combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position

Knowledge and Skills Required

1. Knowledge of basic accounting practices and principles
2. Advanced knowledge of computer operations and software including Microsoft Windows and Office Applications
3. Ability to accurately type 45 words per minute
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality
5. Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and to complete tasks both efficiently and accurately, meeting all department deadlines
6. Valid Wisconsin Drivers License
7. Must be bondable
8. Ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relationships

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to lift/carry/push/pull at least 50 pounds
2. Frequent bending, lifting, twisting, stretching, squatting, sitting, standing, and walking
3. Visual acuity
4. Ability to hear normal conversation
5. Ability to communicate orally in a clear manner
6. Good manual dexterity of hands and fingers

The position description is not to be interpreted as all-inclusive. The intention is to identify major responsibilities and requirements of this position. There may be requests to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.