Accounting Clerk I

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6/2/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02371

Accounting Clerk I

Pay Grade

10

Salary

$15.34 - $22.70 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

344 Caveland Drive

Olive Hill, KY 41164 USA

Description

Carter Caves State Resort Park, beautifully located in Carter County, is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk I to join our administrative team.

In this crucial role, you will be responsible for preparing and processing accounts payable documents, performing EMARS duties with minimal supervision, and handling daily business reports and financial transactions. Your keen eye for detail and ability to work independently will be essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our accounting department.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Prepare and process pay documents for various park departments

Prepare and process daily business reports and OP log, ensuring accuracy in counting, verifying, and balancing receipts and bank deposits

Prepare and post internal financial reports, including expenditure ledger, purchase ledger, food cost report, and audit inventory of park facilities

Serve as the human resource generalist (HRG) for the park, efficiently processing payroll and personnel actions

Assist with other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to support the team.

The Kentucky Department of Parks offers great benefits for full-time employees, including:

Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays

Overtime and compensatory time

Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account

Life insurance

Retirement

Wellness incentives program

Training and career development opportunities

Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K/457K)

Employee discounts on electronics

Complimentary state park visits for you and your family!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal clerical experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education in accounting, business administration, business education, office administration, or a related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis OR Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) Certification in Accounting or KCTCS Certification as an Accounting Recordkeeping Specialist will substitute for the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title typically perform work in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

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An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D