Finance Clerk I - Accounting/Budget

City of Manhattan, KS • Manhattan, KS

352d • $17 - $21

About The Position

This position is involved in a diverse range of duties in accounts payable, accounts receivable and clerical activities of the Finance Department and provides general support for the department as needed with various responsibilities including processing of payments, answering the telephone, answering customer questions, providing accurate information, receipting money, typing correspondence, and filing records.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of professional work experience in accounts payable/receivable, or banking experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel & SharePoint).

Nice To Haves

• Three to five (3 - 5) years professional work experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable duties.
• Performs A/R and A/P duties including processing warrant checks, prepaids, utility bills, statements, creating charges, receipting payments, etc.
• Review contracts and purchase orders to ensure compliance with City purchasing policies and procedures.
• Process 1099's, maintain and secure records necessary for 1099 compliance, and submit required documents according to regulations and established deadlines.
• Collects and inputs information/numbers into the applicable monthly report(s). Completes reporting needs in a timely manner by maintaining a schedule of recurring reports or assignments.
• Uses and operates a variety of basic office equipment (e.g., copiers, calculators, telephones, fax machines) in the course of completing assigned work tasks.
• Works independently and carries out a variety of critical and time sensitive projects without detailed instructions.
• Performs additional clerical and administrative support duties as required.
• Performs administrative tasks for the Finance Department including organizing files, budget book formatting, creating forms, audit tasks, etc.
• Answers the telephone and email, answers internal and external customer questions, types correspondence and files records.
• Distributes mail to the Finance Department personnel in a timely manner.
• Serves as the Travel Card/Visa Coordinator by ordering and Canceling cards, training on card policies, processing monthly Visa statements, etc.
• Attends meetings and training.
• Maintains records and documentation.
• Uses good judgment and patience when handling challenging situations and/or people.
• Occasional overtime to fulfill departmental needs.
• Ensures compliancy with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures in all duties.

Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City Issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays - 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED