Accounting Tax Specialist

Salary : $19.39 Hourly

Location : Georgetown : 904 S. Main Street, TX

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 14.03150

Department : Tax Assessor / Collector

Opening Date : 10 / 23 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, responsible for performing daily accounting and financial support for the Williamson County Tax Office. Level I of II for Tax Accounting Specialists.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Uses accounting software to generate and audit transactions
• Provides customer service to internal and external customers
• Maintains accounting records and spreadsheets
• Provides accounting assistance to internal and external customers, entities, and departments
• Reviews and verifies accuracy of information and resolves accounting discrepancies
• Creates electronic transactions and uploads financial data for processing and reporting purposes
• Processes motor vehicle and property tax refunds
• Creates, compiles and collect financial data for reports
• Prepares and tracks entries of refunds, double payments and returned checks
• Reconciles daily transactions and monthly bank statements for multiple accounts
• Serves as backup for mailroom specialist
• Processes accounting documents and agreements as necessary
• Prepares accounting files for storage
• Attends all training and meeting as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

IRREGULAR HOURS

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below :

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilco.org / hr.

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.

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

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IMPORTANT NOTE : The email used in this application will be used as a point of contact. If selected to test and / or interview all communication will be via email. Please make sure to check your SPAM or JUNK folders. Is the email on your application correct?

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The starting pay for this position is $19.39 per hr. ($40,326.32 per year), is this within your salary range?

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Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent?

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Do you have at least (2) years of customer service experience?

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Do you have at least three (3) years of basic computer experience?

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Do you have balancing books / ledgers experience (personal or professional)? Please explain.

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Are you experienced working with a 10-Key calculator by touch?

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How do you check your work to make sure it is accurate and free of mistakes?

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Are you proficient with common software programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook? If so, how many years of experience do you have?

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This job requires attention to detail and accuracy in a fast paced environment. Describe your experience working in an environment like this, including employer and position.

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