Job Title: Accounting Clerk III
ANTICIPATED STARTING SALARY: $36,590 to $51,870 Actual compensation will be DOE/DOQ.
DEPARTMENT: Treasurers Office FLSADESIGNATION: Non-Exempt POSTED: 05/22/2026
POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Clerk III for the Town of Wytheville performs routine clerical,
administrative work in answering phones, receiving public, cashiering, and other public services. Works
under the general supervision of the Town Treasurer and Assistant Town Treasurer.
Job Description is attached. Please review the full list of Duties and Responsibilities.
ENTRY LEVEL REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent with
specialized course work in general office practices such as typing, filing, accounting and data processing.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Must have the below basic knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Working knowledge of computers, electronic data processing, and modern office practices.
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
Ability to perform cashier duties accurately, effectively meet and deal with the public, communicate
effectively verbally and in writing, and handle stressful situations.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations accurately and quickly, establish successful working
relationships, and work under pressure with frequent interruptions.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for additional Required Minimum Qualifications
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must complete a Town of Wytheville Employment Application to be
considered for this position. Applications can be found online at https://www.wytheville.org/employment.
Applications are to be submitted to the Department of Human Resources by email at
human.resources@wytheville.org or in person at the Town Municipal Building. Please submit a
completed application including a resume and any certifications or special licensures that relate to the
advertised position. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with any questions at 276-223-
3321.
CLOSING DATE: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The Town of Wytheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB DESCRIPTION
ACCOUNTING CLERK Ill - UTILITY BILLING CLERK
Department: Finance (Town of Wytheville)
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Worker's Comp Group No.: 054
Effective Date: September 11 , 2024
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs routine clerical, administrative, and data processing work in the billing of utility,
administrative work in answering phone, receiving public and cashiering and other public
services.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Town Treasurer and Assistant Town
Treasurer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any
of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not
intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the
major duties and responsibilities. lncumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties
listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.
Downloads computer files or gathers records such as meter readings, meter
numbers, MIU numbers, etc. to compile needed data.
Enters information into computer or computes amounts due.
Prepares water and sewer bills.
Posts transactions to accounting records such as work sheet, ledger, or computer
files.
Processes work orders for utility disconnections, reconnections, new orders, and
other public works service requests.
Processes meter reading data; prepares and sends utility bill file to third party
printer to be mailed; maintains current customer account files; assists in reconciling
utility billing activity with the general ledger.
Receives telephone calls and citizen visits concerning utility billings or services;
handles questions and matters of a more technical nature; responds to citizen
complaints.
Receives the public and answers questions; responds to inquiries from citizens
and others and refers, when necessary, to appropriate persons.
Serves as second cashier for collection of Town taxes and fees.
Answers in-coming calls and routes callers or provides information as required.
Pursues collection of delinquent utility accounts, including preparation and mailing
of final notices, shut-off and turn-on orders, establishing and monitoring payment
JOB DESCRIPTION
ACCOUNTING CLERK 111- UTILITY BILLING CLERK
schedules, customer follow-up account research, preparing liens and write-offs,
appearing in court to testify on behalf of Town, when appropriate.
Sends auto-draft file to bank for monthly utility billing.
Processes deposits for Recreation Department, Pool, Meeting Center, Museums,
and Police Department.
Processes Age Credits and Veteran Credits annually for tax tickets.
Receives certification on the OMV website in order to release OMV Stops.
Prepares daily deposit.
Provides clerical support to other Treasurer office staff as required.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent with specialized course work in general
office practices such as typing, accounting, data processing. OR any equivalent
combination of education and experience, with additional experience substituting for the
required college level training or a year for year basis.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing; working
knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
Skill in operating listed tools and equipment.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations accurately and quickly; ability to
communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to establish successful
working relationships; ability to work under pressure and/or frequent
interruptions; ability to work with angry or difficult customers.
Special Requirements:
None.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, 10-key calculator, phone, fax and copy machines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands
to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
ACCOUNTING CLERK Ill - UTILITY BILLING CLERK
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions
of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is
usually quiet.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral intervi
