Part-Time Finance Assistant — Flexible Hours & Growth

Cedar Falls Utilities; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement benefits

Job summary

Cedar Falls Utilities is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant to support the Finance Department. The role involves processing and verifying financial information, data entry, and assisting with accounts payable, budgeting and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of accounting experience, plus strong MS Office skills. The position offers a flexible 24 hours/week schedule with IPERS retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, prepares, scans, and processes transactions according to CFU policies and procedures reflecting FERC, FCC, and GASB requirements for various accounting sub-systems, including accounts payable and misc. accounts receivable.
• Compiles and processes a variety of different vendor payment types including checks, ACH, and wires. Point of contact for all inquiries regarding payment status.
• Administers non-utility related billings including entering bills, properly supporting transactions, and collection of past due bills.
• Prepares reconciliations to the general ledger and specialized reports from databases monthly and annually.
• Administers company purchasing card program. Compiles and reconciles documentation. Audits files to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Maintains vendor master information database for customers and vendors. Responsible for creating/updating vendors, verifying data integrity, and ensuring 1099 compliance.
• Cross-trains high-demand tasks to support all other positions in the Finance Department.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes positive relations with customers, coworkers, and management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cedar Falls Utilities is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant to support the Finance Department. The role involves processing and verifying financial information, data entry, and assisting with accounts payable, budgeting and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of accounting experience, plus strong MS Office skills. The position offers a flexible 24 hours/week schedule with IPERS retirement benefits.