Public Sector Finance Specialist: Accounting & Billing

City of Fridley; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fridley is seeking a Finance Specialist to ensure accuracy and integrity across its financial operations, including general accounting, utility billing, and special assessments. You will support budget processes and internal controls while delivering superior customer service to property owners, title companies, and utility customers.

Key duties include preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, reviewing GASB pronouncements, and assisting with the City’s ACFR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field.
• Two years’ relevant work experience; or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and financial databases.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and enters journal entries; maintain chart of accounts and project codes.
• Performs account analysis and preparations reconciliations for multiple funds and departments.
• Reviews GASB pronouncements and supports financial reporting processes.
• Maintains special assessment records and manages related data and reports.
• Supports investment/bank reconciliations and assists with ACFR preparation.
• Performs payroll, accounts payable, utility billing and cashier back-up as needed.
• Provides front desk coverage and cross-training within the finance team.
• Monitors budgets for capital projects, fleet, and operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Financial databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field

Two years’ relevant work experience

Equivalent combination of education/training/experience

Job description

The City of Fridley is seeking a Finance Specialist to ensure accuracy and integrity across its financial operations, including general accounting, utility billing, and special assessments. You will support budget processes and internal controls while delivering superior customer service to property owners, title companies, and utility customers.

Key duties include preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, reviewing GASB pronouncements, and assisting with the City’s ACFR.