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Finance Specialist City of Greenwood Greenwood, MO Job Details Full-time $23.12 - $28.16 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Correspondence management Confidential information handling Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Math Office record organization Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance Specialist performs routine clerical functions, oversees utility accounts receivable, provides quality customer service to residents and visitors, among other duties, and answers the telephone as well as in-person questions at the City Hall front window. This position also functions as an immediate backup to the bi-weekly and monthly financial functions performed by the City's Finance Officer.

PAY RANGE

$23.12 / Hour (Minimum) - $28.16 / Hour (Maximum)

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all team members in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Prepare and input utility bill, building permit, business license, and park shelter payments, among other types of payments, into ERP Pro 9 (INCODE). Issue payment receipts to customers visiting the City Hall front desk. Process credit card transactions. Balance cash drawer and prepare bank deposits for past due utility customers. Receive incoming telephone calls and engage in residential visits concerning utility bills or services, and will refer (when necessary), to the appropriate person. Provide customer follow-up research and prepare bill write-offs. Assist with the distribution of incoming and outgoing mail. Assist and lead the process of performing re-calculations for the quarterly and annual winter sewer averaging process for businesses in Greenwood.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES 1.

Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the City of Greenwood. 2. Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software. 3. Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations. 4. Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions; general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations. 5. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. 6. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision. 7. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations. 8. Knowledge of computer software that is consistent for this position. 9. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required for this position. 10. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision. 11. Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions. 12. Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations. 13. Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally, and in writing. 14. Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully. 15. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization. 16. Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provision of Freedom of Information Act, and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations. 17. Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

High School Diploma (or equivalent) An Associate Degree in a related field is preferred

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years utility billing and accounts receivable experience, or other related experience. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor. This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to handle or feel, and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling and reaching with hands and arms. Work has standard vision requirements. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities. May require dealing with persons who are verbally hostile or aggressive. Work is conducted in an office setting (e.g., business office, light traffic). Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Work Location:

In person