Finance Technician- Health and Human Services (0125)

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy which elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations.  As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Come be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level

Under supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in financial operations of a department; performs related work as assigned.(Illustrative Only)
• Supports financial operations for a department including programs, grants, contracts and special districts
 • Responsible for accounting activities including the review and verification of accounting documentation, ensuring accuracy in calculation, coding and       adherence to policies and procedures, accounts receivable, and purchasing
 • Verifies transactions and reconciles discrepancies
 • Prepares and reconciles accounting records and reports
 • Participates in the preparation of the departmental budget
 • May participate in internal and external audits
 

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: sitting for computer work; working with and around other staff and outside agencies; dealing with interruptions; reaching; repetitive motion (hand/wrist) for computer work, writing, and using a calculator; vision acuity (near/ far) must be able to see documents needing attention and driving; color vision for reading labels; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation with staff and customers; finger dexterity for typing/ 10-key. Five years of increasingly responsible accounting experience including at least two years of governmental fund accounting experience; or, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

The ideal candidate will be very detail oriented and have the ability to adjust easily to shifting priorities. They will have some knowledge and experience with government accounting and be able to communicate effectively and professionally.

Preferred qualification- proficient with Enterprise ERP. 

• Working knowledge of:

- Governmental accounting practices, including payroll and purchasing

- Automated accounting systems

- File maintenance procedures and practices

- Office practices and procedures

- Principles and practices of supervision

• Skill in:

- Performing and verifying mathematical computations

- Using computerized payroll/financial tracking and reporting programs

- Use of office equipment

• Ability to:

- Establish and maintain computerized filing systems

- Prepare and maintain financial records

- Format and generate various financial reports

- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees; Other agencies and the public

- Follow written and verbal instructions

- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $42,110 - $44,216