City Clerk & Records & Finance Administrator

Sterling Kansas; Kansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sterling is seeking a qualified Municipal Accountant/City Clerk to manage official records, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting for the Sterling government. Primary duties include maintaining ordinances, accounts payable, and preparing reports in collaboration with departments.

Requirements include 3-4 years in city government accounting, a high school diploma or GED (a post-secondary degree is preferred, CPA preferred), and strong supervisory and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and city government administration or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of government financial reporting, investments, and bond laws.
• Familiarity with local government ordinances, laws, and regulations.
• Strong supervisory, analytic, and reporting capabilities; effective written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintains custody of ordinances, records, and official documents.
• Oversees accounts payable, encumbrances, and purchases; manages payroll reporting.
• Monitors budget processes, financial reporting, and department budgets.
• Interacts with City departments and the public; answers inquiries and concerns.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Government financial reporting

Investments

Bond laws

Local government ordinances

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary degree in accounting / business / public administration preferred

CPA certification preferred

Job description

The City of Sterling is seeking a qualified Municipal Accountant/City Clerk to manage official records, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting for the Sterling government. Primary duties include maintaining ordinances, accounts payable, and preparing reports in collaboration with departments.

Requirements include 3-4 years in city government accounting, a high school diploma or GED (a post-secondary degree is preferred, CPA preferred), and strong supervisory and communication skills.