The Village of Plainfield is seeking to hire a full time Accounting Assistant.  This position is responsible for administrative, fiscal, and clerical work in the Village’s Management Services Department.  Work involves bookkeeping functions, calculating, verifying, posting, and balancing a variety of financial transactions for various aspects of the Village’s accounting system, and performance of general office support activities. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Accounting Services Supervisor.

Required: Associate degree in accounting, business, or other related fields of study or the knowledge equivalent of a two-year degree. Four (4) years of increasingly responsible related experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  Intermediate level computer software proficiency and significant experience in a computerized bookkeeping or accounting environment.

The Village is pleased to offer a comprehensive employee benefits program that includes medical insurance options and complimentary dental, vision, and life insurances. This position will participate in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Pension. With the option of participating in the 457 Retirement plan and employee wellness program. Paid vacation, two personal days, twelve sick days, and eleven paid holidays are also provided annually. The hourly range for this non-exempt position is $30.02 – $40.72 per hour, depending on qualifications and experiences. Anticipated starting salary is from the minimum to the middle of the range. 

Please see full job description for more details.  Applications are available online or you may pick one up at Village Hall, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Along with a completed application please include a cover letter and resume and email all to: humanresources@goplainfield.com.