What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Clerk position at Village of Hanley Hills?
Job Summary:
This is a highly responsible position assisting the Treasurer and Board of Trustees. Work involves responsibility for recording and maintaining the Village Finances and records. The Finance Clerk position is responsible for the overall management and administration of the Village of Hanley Hills' finances. The employee will work under the direction of the Treasurer, Chairperson and Village Clerk/Office Manager.
Duties:
Performing all aspects of the accounting needs for the Village of Hanley Hills and working collaboration with Trustees in order to ensure that the municipal finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner. Maintain the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and General Ledger systems in order to ensure complete and accurate records of all funds. The duties listed below are what is included, but not limited to regarding this position. Additional duties may be added in the event other Village matters arise.
Daily Tasks:
Answer all calls pertaining to Village finances
Maintain professional relationship with vendors.
Receive, enter and receipt of all daily cash sheets from Village & Court Department
Payroll
Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll
Assist CPA firm with yearly payroll audit
Generate 1099's and W-2's
Board Meetings
Prepare monthly financial reports for monthly board meetings
Attend monthly board meetings
Prepare checks for all bills and keep accurate record of invoices
Manage Mail and other deliveries
Prepare bills to be mailed and file correspondence in vendor files
Receive, approve and/or decline all invoices and payment requests
Administrative Duties & Records Management
Make deposits of payments received for monthly reports to deliver to Treasurer
Reconcile bank statements
Assist with budget preparations
Monitor budget. Prepare mid-year budget reports
Process and record all purchase orders, expense reports and reimbursement requests
Provide Support to Village Clerk as requested
Asist Village Clerk in business license process.
Receive yearly license fees
Record tax money received from businesses
Serve as Notary Public
Job Requirements:
Strong organizational skills
Minimum 3 years' experience responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger and financial reports
Minimum 2 years' customer service experience
Knowledge in maintaining and recording municipal financial records
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Experience in records management
Minimum 3 years in QuickBooks accounting program.
Strong multi-task skills
Must be able to keep Village and client financial matters strictly confidential
Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with village officials, staff and the general public
Working knowledge of MO General Statues and principals and practices of municipal accounting.
Other duties as assigned
Required Education And Experience:
High School Diploma or completion of G.E.D.
Any combination of graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, and/or three years professional experience in financial management for local government or related field.
Hanley Hills follows all ADA Requirements. Job will require the ability to sit for long periods of time. The ability to be on a computer screen for long periods of time. Lifting no more than 10-15 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations will be be made for ADA needs.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- St. Louis, MO 63133: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18