Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $23.19 - $28.99
TITLE:HIGHWAY ACCOUNT CLERK SPECIALIST
DATE: March 2026
DEPARTMENT: HIGHWAY
SUPERVISOR: HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER / HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATIVE/ACCOUNTANT
Summary:
This is a full-time, non-exempt position supervised by the Highway Commissioner and Highway Administrative/Accountant. Majority of the work requires the individual in the position to independently apply generally accepted accounting principles using established procedures. Under direction, provides support services for the Administrative/Accountant in managing the Highway Department administrative accounting systems. Work requires a high level of computer skills in database and spreadsheet applications.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Data input of Highway payroll; equipment usage; and inventory usage of parts; signs; material, fuel and lubes
- Accounts Payable entry in Chemspro and Linq
- Upon approval, process permits and compliance reports Utility, Driveway, Oversize/Weight, Multi-Trip, Adopt-A-Highway.
- Assist with year-end inventory
- Maintains fleet records of repairs and
- Maintains a current inventory of all maintenance and repair parts
- Maintains a current inventory of all materials used on county
- Assist with Accounts Receivable and monitoring of past due
- Assist with month end, and year end reconciliations
- Performing receptionist duties as needed, typing correspondence, copying records, faxing and filing.
- Serves the public by providing information of highway related
- Perform other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and techniques
- Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and terminology
- Knowledge of standard office procedures, filing systems, office equipment and record maintenance processes
- Proficient keyboarding skills and knowledge of computer operations
- Attention to detail and accurate mathematical calculations
- Ability to work under pressure with continual interruptions and the ability to deal with a variety of deadlines
- Solid verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate professionally with vendors, employees and leadership.
- Critical thinking skills and ability to research and resolve financial
- Must present a positive and professional image to co-workers and vendors and have excellent customer relation skills.
- Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Qualification:
- Graduation from high school or GED
- Associates degree in Accounting with at least two years experience working with account and payroll principles, preferably in a local government environment or any combination of education and experience to be equivalent to these requirements.
- Training and experience in Microsoft software programs involving word processing, spreadsheet applications, and basic accounting principles
Physial Demands:
- Finger dexterity
- Ability to frequently lift 20 pounds
- Ability to frequently bend/crouch to perform filing
- Ability to perform most work from a sedentary position
- Ability to function in situations encountered in a normal office setting