Fiscal Clerk - P/T

City of Newport Beach • Newport Beach, CA

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About The Position

The Municipal Operations Department is seeking one part-time Fiscal Clerk to join the team. Under general supervision, the Municipal Operations Fiscal Clerk performs a variety of clerical and fiscal duties in a fast-paced, high-volume environment supporting the Streets and Beaches, Fleet and Facilities, Trash and Recycling, and Parks and Trees divisions of the Municipal Operations Department. The incumbent processes purchase orders, contract change orders, and invoices; assists with accounts payable and accounts receivable; conducts and maintains inventory records; and ensures accurate financial record keeping in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices. This entry/journey-level position serves as a key point of contact for vendors, contractors, and the public — responding to inquiries in person and by telephone, and resolving routine discrepancies related to procurement and payment status with professionalism and accuracy. The ideal candidate will possess one year of general or accounting clerical experience, a strong working knowledge of modern office practices and computer equipment, and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities with precision and reliability in a dynamic, multi-division operational environment.

Requirements

• One year of general or accounting clerical experience including some statistical or financial record keeping.
• Strong working knowledge of modern office practices and computer equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with precision and reliability in a dynamic, multi-division operational environment.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record may be required.
• Must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted.

Nice To Haves

• Related college level courses highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Processes purchase orders, contract change orders, and invoices.
• Assists with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Conducts and maintains inventory records.
• Ensures accurate financial record keeping in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
• Serves as a key point of contact for vendors, contractors, and the public.
• Responds to inquiries in person and by telephone.
• Resolves routine discrepancies related to procurement and payment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED