Financial Operations Administrative Specialist

Montgomery County, Maryland; Wheaton (MD); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) is seeking an Administrative Specialist II, Grade N21, to join the Central Services Unit. The role focuses on financial support, reconciliations, and payment processing within the fee payment office.

The position may underfill at Administrative Specialist I, with promotion after achieving full performance. Telework is possible on a limited hybrid basis after training; occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Two years of professional administrative experience related to accounting, banking processes, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related areas.
• Equivalency for all: education may substitute for experience and vice versa.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliations of revenue, deposits, and chargebacks.
• Investigate and resolve accounts receivable/payable inquiries and complaints.
• Monitor aging checks, returned checks, and credit card disputes.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate resolution of system or IT issues affecting financial processes.
• Provide guidance to staff and ensure adherence to regulations and procedures.
• Assist clients with payment-related issues and deliver clear, solution-oriented support.
• Prepare reporting and analysis of transactions.
• Perform other related duties.

Skills

Financial reconciliation

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payment processing

Audit procedures

Customer support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/Oracle Financial

Job description

Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) is seeking an Administrative Specialist II, Grade N21, to join the Central Services Unit. The role focuses on financial support, reconciliations, and payment processing within the fee payment office.

The position may underfill at Administrative Specialist I, with promotion after achieving full performance. Telework is possible on a limited hybrid basis after training; occasional travel may be required.