Accounting Specialist III - Housing Commission

City of Ann Arbor; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ann Arbor is hiring an Accounting Specialist responsible for_accounts payable and accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash ledger maintenance under the supervision of the Finance Director. This position is represented by AFSCME and includes a non-negotiable starting rate.

Educational requirements include an Associate’s Degree in accounting or related fields, with preferred Bachelor’s in related disciplines and experience in housing programs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or a related field required.
• Alternative combination of education and work experience may be considered at City of Ann Arbor’s discretion.
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or a related field preferred.
• At least two years of experience in Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher or Public Housing Programs preferred.
• At least four years of experience in private or public property management preferred.
• Project-based accounting or Financial Management certification in an affordable housing program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the Finance Director, responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable processes: entering and researching invoices; accepting and applying payments from tenants and voucher clients; keeping cash ledgers up-to-date.

Education

Associate’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or a related field

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or a related field

Job description

Starting Rate: $22.41 (This rate is non-negotiable and there is a 6-month probationary period). After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors.

This position is represented by the AFSCME union. For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: Collective Bargaining Agreements

Benefits offered for this opportunity: AFSCME Benefits Summary

The City of Ann Arbor offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.

Role Summary

Under the supervision of the Finance Director, an Accounting Specialist is responsible for the accounts payable and accounts receivable process: entering and researching invoices; accepting and applying payments from tenants and voucher clients and keeping the cash ledgers up-to-date.

Required

Education, Training and Experience (position requirements at entry)

• Associate’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or a related field
• The City of Ann Arbor, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, business or a related field
• At least two years experience in Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program and/or Public Housing Programs
• At least four years experience working in the private or public property management experience
• Project-based Accounting, Financial Management certification in an affordable housing program

View Additional Requirements and Information at: Accounting Specialist III - Housing Commission

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