Finance Specialist

JOB PURPOSE: Assists with the County’s account receivables, credit card program, journal entrees, employee benefits, ACH and invoicing for services provided.  Works on special projects as defined by the Finance Director.  The position is a 40-hour-a-week position, with a full benefits package. Pay commensurate with qualifications and experience with a range of $27.42 -$32.76 per hour. Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

KEY EXPECTED RESULTS:

1. Oversees the maintenance of the County Credit Card program.
2. Serves as backup to the weekly Accounts Payable and daily deposits.
3. Updates retirement limits and IPP rates
4. Journal entrees
5. Reconciles employee benefits
6. Handles county purchasing and purchase orders
7. Provides training and assistance to all departments
8. Maintains the account payable detail, ACH vendor payments, W-9 and certificates of insurance.
9. Prepares monthly accounts receivable invoices and billing for County services, including tracking MDEA, Patrol, Jail, Parking Garage, False Alarm and other billable invoices.
10. Aids in the research and distribution of unclaimed funds.
11. Maintains documentation for and processes annual 1099 forms
12. Assists the Finance Director in the compilation of material for the annual audit.
13. Works with staff on compliance of local, state and federal grant funding and reporting.
14. Serves as backup for payroll and other department tasks.
15. Understands software applications such as MUNIS, Excel and other software used by the office.
16. Complies with Federal, State and local legal requirements by following policies and procedures.
17. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
18. Ability to work productively & cooperatively with supervisors, employees and external contacts.
19. Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in accounting or business preferred plus four years of experience in similar job function. 
• Public Sector accounting preferred, but not required.
• Four years of accounting experience in a governmental setting is preferred.  
• Understanding of software used, or easily adapted to new software. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as a team member.

Cumberland County offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package and is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce.  Come join our team and culture of engaged employees.  Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement, and the necessary tools for success.  We offer tuition reimbursement, wellness program, and professional development and training opportunities.

The position is a 40-hour-a-week position, with a full benefits package. Pay commensurate with qualifications and experience with a range of $27.42 -$32.76 per hour. 

Applications accepted until the position is filled.
 

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.