Finance Technician

City of Lodi•Lodi, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Technician plays a key role in managing accounts payable and contracts in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This position requires a strong commitment to accuracy, responsiveness, and timely execution of financial tasks. Exceptional customer service and a positive attitude are essential, as the role involves frequent interaction with internal teams and external customers, aiming to deliver meaningful outcomes through teamwork.

Requirements

Principles and practices of financial record keeping and the basic purpose and nature of government accounting.
Financial fundamental, regulations, policies, and procedures governing various financial practices.
Modern office practices and procedures.
Operation of computers, peripheral and standard office equipment (including Excel and ERP Software).
Systems and methods for file maintenance and automated computer systems.
Ability to perform technical and support duties in a variety of financial applications, including accounts payable, collections, and general accounting.
Ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to prepare a variety of written reports, records and correspondence.
Ability to supervise, train and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to audit compliance with applicable procedures, methods and regulations.
Ability to operate a personal computer, peripheral, and other standard office equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Nice To Haves

An Associate of Arts degree in a related field is desirable.
Two years experience in a senior position is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform technical and support duties in a variety of financial applications, including processing of payroll, accounts payable, collections, and general accounting.
Research and compile complex financial information.
Assist in the preparation of reports, journal entries, and a variety of financial audits.
Reconcile financial statements.
Input, audit and balance authorized amounts for revenues and expenses.
Interpret and enforce FACT Act identity theft guidelines and insure Federal Red Flag compliancy rules are followed; work with appropriate parties for proper resolution of situation.
Research and resolve complex problems; interact with third party for customer satisfaction.
Perform a variety of responsible clerical/technical work in support of the department including customer service needs.
Perform other duties related to the operation of the department and the city, including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.

Benefits

An average of 13 paid holidays per year.
2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement.
10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement.
Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).
Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents.
The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance.
Offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.
The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.).
Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.
Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.