Financial Technician III-Human Services

City of Lynchburg; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lynchburg seeks a qualified accounting/finance professional to support the Department of Human Services. The role involves managing financial records, interpreting policies, preparing reports, and assisting with budgeting and financial planning.

Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. Responsibilities include analyzing financial data, ensuring accuracy and conformance to standards, coordinating with customers and staff, and contributing to emergency planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration or related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Ability to read and apply policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manages routine customer and employee problems.
• Prepares correspondence and other written materials for review.
• Analyzes situations and uses judgment within complex established procedures.
• Develops innovative approaches and ideas to improve processes and services.
• Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records and financial reports.
• Reports to management regarding the finances of the agency.
• Participates in the City Emergency Plan.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial reporting

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seeking qualified candidate to assist with a variety of technical services in the financial services area of the Department of Human Services.

Essential Duties

• Manages routine customer and employee problems
• Provides or assists with training, facilitates meetings or makes presentations to small groups on an occasional basis
• Reads, interprets and applies more complex financial policies, procedures, etc
• Prepares correspondence and other written materials for review
• Analyzes situations and uses judgment within complex established procedures, practices or past precedents
• Takes independent actions and calculated risks
• Understands implications of decisions
• Provides assistance to customers on routine problems
• Coordinates small projects independently beyond individual job area
• Manages competing demands
• Requires periodic direction
• Displays original thinking and creativity in making complex decisions
• Develops innovative approaches and ideas
• Improves processes, services, etc.
• Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Analyzes business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Reports to management regarding the finances of the agency.
• Participates in the City Emergency Plan.

Additional Duties

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
• Depending on work assignment, may be required to perform a variety of duties in support of operational requirements and direct citizen service delivery such as acting as a back-up to other staff and response to weather-related and other emergencies, such as snow removal.
• May be required to work outside of normal work hours, to report to work during inclement or unusual weather or other conditions or to respond in other abnormal situations

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

Incumbent may regularly oversee the work of 1-2 coworkers, interns, etc. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Education And Experience Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or related field OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge- Working knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of accounting. Accounting laws, ordinances and regulations governing municipal financial operations and data processing applications and procedures.

Skills- Proficiency in operating a personal computer, including spreadsheet applications.

Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: understand federal regulations; devise and apply modern accounting procedures; plan, organize and direct the installation of accounting systems and procedures; analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting data; prepare appropriate statements and reports; apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of financial transactions and records; establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers; and display good professional judgment.

Additional Requirements

Depending on work assignment, may be required to have a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth if Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.

Must satisfactorily complete criminal background check, drug and alcohol screen and Child Protective Services Registry check.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

Benefits

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS); the City’s contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
  • Life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
  • Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
  • Paid Time Off
• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures