Finance Clerk
Department: Finance
Position: Finance Clerk
Pay Rate: $20.60 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Location: In Person
Position Summary
The Finance Clerk provides clerical and accounting support to the Finance Department by assisting with accounts payable, cash receipts, records management, customer service, and business licensing. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to provide professional customer service while maintaining accurate financial records.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with accounts payable by entering vouchers and verifying W-9 documentation.
- Post daily cash receipts accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain accounting records by copying, filing, scanning, and electronically attaching documents.
- Provide courteous and professional assistance to residents, customers, and other visitors.
- Assist with processing and maintaining business licenses.
- Perform general clerical and administrative duties in support of the Finance Department.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous experience with accounts payable, cash receipts, bookkeeping, or general accounting is preferred.
- Associate degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and office procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn new skills, technologies, and procedures.
- Flexible and adaptable in a changing work environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Perform a variety of clerical accounting and administrative support functions.
- Accurately compile, maintain, and safeguard financial records and information.
- Operate standard office equipment and accounting software.
- Learn and adapt to new technologies, software, and office systems.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Enter data accurately and efficiently.
- Exercise sound judgment while handling confidential information.
- Maintain professionalism and composure when assisting customers and responding to questions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, residents, and the public.
Education and Experience
- Associate degree in Accounting or a related field preferred; or
- Equivalent combination of education and accounting or finance experience.
Benefits
- 457(b) Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with numbers, providing excellent customer service, and contributing to a collaborative team. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your accounting skills in a professional environment, we encourage you to apply.
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
