Kathy Steele

Oversee Utility Billing Clerk to ensure customer records are maintained according to City Ordinances and state code and that all services are being billed correctly. Review unusual water consumptions and verify that they, and other service issues are being addressed and taken care of.

Accounts Payable

• Ensure all W-9's are up to date and received from new vendors.
• Enter approved invoices for payment and ensure they are coded to the correct GL number.
• File quarterly sales tax refund report with the state. File quarterly fuel tax refund with the state and yearly to the federal government.

Payroll

• Ensure all new employees have and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Verify authenticity of documents such as foreign identification or immigration documents.
• File and pay all state and federal tax withholdings.
• Pay all insurance premiums
• File 1099's and W-2's electronically with the state and the IRS.
• File and pay IPERS
• File quarterly report for Iowa Workforce

Researched, implemented and help maintain (those needed) the following:

• New website
• Facebook
• On-line payments
• E-Bills
• CARE's Act funds
• ARP funds
• Operating the pool and outdoor skate rink during COVID
• Zoom for council meetings
• Electronic Document Management

Other duties:

• Reconcile savings account monthly
• Authorized 2nd signer on checks and bank accounts
• Assist in maintaining fiscal records and accounts
• Assist in preparing for audits
• Research information in municipal archives upon request of public official or private citizens

Performed a wide variety of consumer and business transactions, from deposits to selling and buying of foreign currency. Balanced drawer and vault daily. Was authorized to approve out of the ordinary transactions, sign official bank checks, and refund customer service and miscellaneous charges. Maintained an adequate supply of currency and coin for the store. Was acting supervisor and Banker when needed. Trained new tellers and prepared invoices for accounts payable.

Used QuickBooks accounting system for invoicing, accounts receivable and accounts payable. Paid quarterly sales tax. Paid all contract labor and filed 1099's. Balanced bank accounts monthly and readied yearly financial reports for tax accountant.