Finance Tech I

TOWN OF ANGIER, NORTH CAROLINA

FINANCE TECHNICIAN I

Primary Reason Classification Exists

To perform responsible technical accounting and other financial work in support of the Town’s overall finance operations.

Distinguishing Features of Class

An employee in this class performs analytical, accounting, and fiscal control work for the Town. Work includes general ledger accounting, cost accounting, research, spreadsheet development, finance software maintenance, and financial reporting. Emphasis of the work is on verifying, coding, balancing, and otherwise maintaining financial records related to municipal operations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Finance Director and is evaluated on the basis of attainment of individual performance objectives, observation, accuracy of reports, and feedback from other finance staff; as well as the Town Manager.

Illustrative Examples of Work

· Prepares and processes accounts payable including assigning account codes and vendor numbers for proper payment; resolves inconsistencies with departmental directors and prepares checks for management signatures.

· Analyzes and verifies bookkeeping transactions; documents and posts financial data to accounts or ledgers; makes adjusting and reversing entries within the General Ledger.

· Maintain Capital Asset Inventory.

· Complete Sales Tax Requisition annually.

· Initiates or follows up with vendors regarding missing or incorrect invoices.

· Assist with year-end audit entries.

· Assist with annual audit.

· Complete 1099’s and 1096.

· Maintain Leased Equipment Inventory.

· Assist with statistical section of CAFR.

· Maintain Bank of America Works platform; i.e. configuration, codification of receipts, importation of transactions into financial software, and posting transactions to the General Ledger.

· Creates purchase order for any expense exceeding $2,500.

· Prints and distributes expenditure reports to inform Department Directors of current line item balances.

· Prints checks and prepares for authorized signatures prior to distribution.

· Provides Finance Director with entered invoices to pre-audit.

· When given directive by the Finance Director, assists with utility billing and collections process.

· Reconciliation of a chosen Town’s bank account, although this does not include the main operating bank account.

· Performs other related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Considerable knowledge of the organization’s financial program, policies, records and related practices

· Knowledge of the concepts and practices of governmental fund accounting

· Knowledge of established bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques to standard and specialized accounting transactions

· Knowledge of office practices and procedures, business arithmetic, English grammar and sentence structure, and filing and record keeping practices

· Knowledge of computers and common software applications including word processing and spreadsheet applications

· Knowledge of effective interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate, both orally and in writing, with others within and outside the organization to which assigned

· Ability to implement and maintain accounting methods, procedures, forms and records, including processes for internal auditing

· Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work; ability to prepare and interpret financial reports and statements; ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, governmental officials, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other staff, the public, and municipal officials

· Ability to work independently without close supervision and coordinate the work of others

· Ability to use a calculator, personal computer, and other office equipment as required by the position

· Successfully complete two University of North Carolina School of Government courses; e.g. Introduction to Local Government Finance and Governmental Accounting & Financial Reporting.

Physical Requirements

Work in this class is generally sedentary requiring exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Work requires some light physical activity such as walking, reaching, stooping and repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers using dexterity in the hands for typing and operation of standard office equipment. Work also includes the ability to see, hear, talk, and physically move about the office. Visual acuity is necessary to read materials and operate computer terminals and other office equipment.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an atmospheric controlled environment without exposure to harmful chemicals or other workplace hazards.

Education

Graduation from high school or GED supplemented by courses in accounting, business management, or related field; an Associate’s degree in accounting is preferred.

Experience

One (1) or more years’ experience in municipal accounting, and accounts payables/receivables; or, an equivalent combination of education, training and experience providing the requisite skills.

Special Requirements

A valid North Carolina driver’s license

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Disclaimer

This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Town of Angier reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,650.20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Angier, NC 27501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person