The City of Fort Valley, Georgia, is seeking a qualified professional to serve as Accounts Receivable Clerk. This position performs skilled accounting and administrative work in billing, collecting, receipting, and recording revenues due to the City. The position ensures that all funds received—including utility payments, business and occupational tax, alcohol licenses, permits, fines, fees, grants, and intergovernmental revenues—are accurately posted, deposited, and reconciled in a timely manner while maintaining compliance with city policies, municipal code, state, and federal laws.
The City of Fort Valley is seeking a qualified professional for the position of Accounts Receivable Clerk. This
position is responsible for performing skilled accounting and administrative work in billing, collecting,
receipting, and recording revenues due to the City. The Accounts Receivable Clerk shall ensure that funds
received are accurately posted, deposited, and reconciled in a timely manner while maintaining compliance
with city policies, municipal code, state, and federal laws.
Qualified applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED, with an associate’s degree in Accounting,
Finance, or a related field preferred, along with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounts
receivable, billing, cash receipting, or collections, preferably in a government or municipal setting. Experience
with accounting or billing software systems is required, with preference given to candidates familiar with
municipal finance or utility billing systems. An equivalent combination of education and experience that
provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.
The applicant must possess or have the ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of
Georgia. The Accounts Receivable Clerk must demonstrate knowledge of accounting principles, billing, cash
receipting, collections, and revenue recognition practices, along with proficiency in accounting software,
Microsoft Excel, and related applications. This position is responsible for preparing invoices and billings;
receiving, verifying, and receipting payments made by cash, check, credit card, and electronic transfer;
preparing daily bank deposits and balancing receipts; and monitoring outstanding balances. The role also
includes tracking City and intergovernmental revenues; reconciling accounts monthly; assisting with audits and
budget reporting; and responding to customer and departmental inquiries. The employee must maintain
confidentiality, safeguard City funds, perform other related duties as assigned, and ensure compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
The Middle Georgia Regional Commission will receive all application materials and conduct initial screening.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three references by 5:00 p.m. on Friday,
October 30 , 2026, or until the position has been filled, to:
Middle Georgia Regional Commission
Attn: Greg Boike
gboike@mg-rc.org
3661 Eisenhower Parkway | Suite MB102
Macon, Georgia 31206
Additional information will be made available upon request to Greg Boike, Middle Georgia Regional
Commission, who can be reached at 478-751-6160.
Pay range for this position is $21–$24 per hour, depending on experience.
Only the top candidates will receive an interview. The City of Fort Valley reserves the right to reject any and all
applications received, including applications received after the due date and time.
The City of Fort Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City of Fort Valley, GA