What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiscal Specialist II position at City of Clayton?
The City of Clayton is seeking applicants for the position of Fiscal Specialist - II in the Finance Department. The Finance Department is responsible for coordinating and monitoring all fiscal matters concerning the City of Clayton. In particular, the Department is responsible for purchasing; collecting revenues and paying expenditures; analyzing and monitoring the City's investments; developing the annual operating budget; providing the Board of Aldermen and the City Manager with short and long-term financial forecasts and advice regarding financial affairs of the City; administering the two City pension funds, property insurance and risk management; coordinating efforts with public accountants to accomplish an annual certified audit of the City's operation; overseeing all accounts receivable including ambulance billings, parking tickets and municipal court; and processing business, liquor, and other licenses for merchants within the City.
The City of Clayton's mission is "to foster a diverse and inclusive community with a vital balance of neighborhoods, businesses, commercial and government centers, educational institutions, and a healthy environment through an open, equitable, accessible and fiscally responsible government." The City of Clayton is proud to provide world class service levels to a community which values the contributions of the professional team. Comprised of approximately 185 full-time and over 200 part-time and seasonal employees, the average full-time employee tenure is over ten years! Click here to learn more about the benefits package available to full-time employees.
PURPOSE OF FISCAL SPECIALIST POSITION
The purpose of this position is to process accounts payable invoices and bi-weekly payroll, to coordinate payroll maintenance with the Human Resources department, and to provide backup and support for Non-Uniformed and Uniformed Pensions. Please click the button at the bottom of this job posting to review the full job description.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE FISCAL SPECIALIST-II POSITION
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Associates degree required. Minimum of two (2) years of payroll and accounts payable experience required.
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Payroll certification preferred.
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Work experience must include customer services and computer use, including working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) software.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing criminal background check and credit check.
APPLICATION AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION FOR THE FISCAL SPECIALIST POSITION
Applications for the Fiscal Specialist II position will be accepted until the position has been filled. This posting is subject to close at any time, so applicants are highly encouraged to apply early.
Successful candidates for the position will be required to successfully complete additional screening including, but not limited to the following: Background investigation, employment, education, reference and credit checks, physical and drug screening.
Please contact Human Resources at hr@claytonmo.gov or 314-290-8448 with any questions about the process.
Employment Notice
The City of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions made at the City of Clayton will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. It is the policy of the City of Clayton not to discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected statuses. The City of Clayton will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. The City of Clayton encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources.
This policy extends to all stages of the employment process, including but not limited to recruiting or advertising for employment; evaluating the skills, education and experience of applicants; establishing rates of pay and terms, conditions and privileges of employment (including training opportunities); and promoting, upgrading, demoting, transferring, laying off and terminating employees.
Any employees with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their immediate supervisor, Human Resources, or the City Manager. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of retaliation. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
