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The City of Toppenish is seeking a dedicated hard worker to join our Finance Team as our next Finance Technician. If you have experience in Finance and Customer Service and can become proficient in both, we need you!
This position is responsible for processing accounts payable, fixed asset track-ing, billing, accounts receivables and/or payroll. Performs high volume, com-plex accounting functions for a full-service city. Prepares, codes, or otherwise documents financial transactions. Prepares cashier duties and prepares bank deposits. Performs customer service and provides financial information to cus-tomers. Spanish speaking desired.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities
Code or otherwise prepare accounting data for input into data processing system. Prepare input documents to ensure billing of and/or payment to employees, customers, vendors, etc. on a timely basis. Input accounting data into data processing system. File and maintain accounting records for easy retrieval. Audit, trace and adjust errors in posting and journal entries. Prepare various accounting summaries, reports, correspondence, etc. Run payment counter/till accepting payments for utilities and other city services and perform associated cash handling duties. Prepare daily bank deposits and clerk’s receipts. Provide service to employees, customer, vendors, etc. in person, via telephone and/or via email. Prepare correspondence requiring judgment as to content, accuracy, and completeness. Provide clerical support to other finance staff as required.
Secondary Functions
Prepare various accounting reports.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Scope
Position encounters recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. Job involves a moderate degree of complexity or difficulty due to strict governmental accounting procedures and tight time-lines. Usually operates from established and well-known procedures. Job tasks are performed under a moderately high level of supervision. Work is normally checked or verified by immediate supervisor, peers and/or state auditors. Errors in work or judgment may adversely affect a customer’s account and/or the work flow of the department. Decision making is done within prescribed departmental operating guidelines.
Interpersonal Contacts
Contacts are normally made with others both inside and outside of City government. Most contacts are made verbally and are with city customers. Contacts are frequently on a face-to-face basis. Contacts frequently contain confidential/sensitive information which necessitates discretion at all times. Contacts are usually made on own initiative.
Specific Job Skills
Possess a good understanding of general accounting practices.
Ability to communicate information to a diverse population, in a manner that presents a positive image of city government operations.
Possess strong interpersonal skills, telephone etiquette, the use of discretion in all contacts, and the capacity for teamwork.
Ability to operate a wide variety of office equipment such as personal computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, postage meters/machines, etc.
Possess a strong knowledge of efficient office practices.
Ability to perform data entry, advanced math and provide customer service.
Ability to speak and read English.
Mental activities include decision making, applying interpersonal and customer service skills, use of discretion and participating in a team environment.
Ability to multi-task.
Physical activities require sitting, talking, reaching, hearing, handling, grasping, repetitive motions of hand/wrists, keyboarding and walking.
Job may require lifting or carrying up to forty pounds.
Education and/or Experience
Position requires some higher education beyond high school or vocational training specializing in accounting practices, business administration and clerical practices or related discipline and/or a minimum of three years practical experience, or equivalent.
Job Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment with periods of potentially stressful situations and/or frequent interruptions. Position performs extensive close work assignments and computer work. May require extensive standing.
Position requires the ability to multi-task. Position may come into contact with irate customers.
How to Apply:
Job description and application can be found on the City’s website at: www.cityoftoppenish.us.
1. Application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
Mail: Toppenish Human Resources, 21 W. 1st Ave, Toppenish, WA 98948
Email: Liliana.Torres@cityoftoppenish.us
Position Closes: Friday June 28, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
The City of Toppenish is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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