Finance Specialist

JOB SUMMARY- Finance Specialist

This position performs various duties related to City finances including accounts receivables, daily cash receipt and monitoring, accounts payable, and payroll. Additional duties include miscellaneous administrative and clerical functions, creating and maintaining spreadsheets, interoffice support and answering telephones. This position will be providing accounting and administrative support to the City’s Finance Department.

This is a highly responsible position requiring a self-motivated, detailed oriented person with strong organizational skills as well as the ability to work independently and follow detailed directions.

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday; Full-time

PAY RANGE: $21.14 - $26.93 per hour

This position participates in OPERS (Ohio Public Employees Retirement System)

EXPERIENCE AND KEY CHARACTERISTICS FOR THIS POSITION:

The type of person who will be successful is one that is people oriented, can handle multiple priorities, understands accounting function duties, and is highly organized.

· Two or more years office/accounting experience

· Proficient in Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel and Outlook) with ability to learn finance software

· Able to work effectively with elected officials, co-workers, the public, and government agencies on all levels with a positive and helpful demeanor

· Maintain finance records, and report on budgetary resource and expenses reports as well as fixed asset and inventory records.

· Work with departments to properly process requisitions, purchase orders & invoices

· Create and maintain supplemental Excel reports

· Assist with required financial filings (Tax, Pension, Grants, etc.)

· Maintain HIPAA compliance

· Become familiar with collective bargaining agreements as they pertain to payroll and benefits

· Phone reception and relay financial information to the public

· Demonstrates high integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality

· Must have a high school diploma and or G.E.D.; continuing education in accounting is highly preferred but not required.

· Related experience and business coursework preferred

· Must pass a drug screen and complete a full background check performed by Ravenna P.D.

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive; it is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the job. To be considered for a posted position, please submit a job application from City’s Website along with a resume to:

The City of Ravenna - City Hall

210 Park Way, Ravenna, OH
Department of Human Resources

Job Type: Full-time. Pay: $21.14 - $26.93 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life, voluntary life, accident and hospital insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.14 - $26.93 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $27