Tax Clerk
Full Time on location (no remote)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP
Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP is one of the nation's largest law firms dedicated to providing legal services to state and local governments. For nearly 50 years, we have partnered with taxing entities and governmental agencies to help recover public funds that support essential community services such as schools, public safety, infrastructure, and local government operations.
Our success is built on integrity, professionalism, exceptional customer service, and a commitment to serving the communities where we live and work.
Position Summary
The Tax Clerk plays an important role in providing courteous customer service while supporting the day-to-day administrative and payment processing functions of the office. This position serves as a primary point of contact for taxpayers, assisting with inquiries, processing payments, maintaining accurate records, and performing a variety of clerical and administrative duties.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, customer-focused, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced office environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide courteous, professional, and responsive customer service in person and by telephone.
- Accurately receive and process payments using established office procedures.
- Respond to taxpayer inquiries and provide general account information.
- Research account information and assist with resolving customer inquiries.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain electronic and paper records.
- Process incoming and returned mail and related correspondence.
- Prepare and scan various office documents as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and taxpayer information.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient office operations.
- Perform general clerical and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous customer service, clerical, administrative, banking, or office experience preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
- Ability to learn software applications quickly.
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to safeguard confidential information.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily an office environment.
- Frequent computer and telephone use.
- Prolonged periods of sitting with occasional standing and walking.
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to perform repetitive keyboard and data entry tasks.
- May experience increased workload during peak tax seasons.
- Occasional training or limited travel may be required.
Why Join Linebarger?
At Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP, you'll become part of a respected organization dedicated to public service. We offer a collaborative work environment where employees are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include background, drug screening, reference, and other job-related checks consistent with applicable law.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (Required)
Work Location: In person
