Finance Technician 3

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being.

We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential.

Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

Expected starting salary is $27.14 to $36.25. Full salary range is $27.14 - $45.35. 

Associate’s degree from an accredited college in accounting or closely related field and one (1) year of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.

OR

A combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Nature of Work

Under supervision, acts as subject matter expert and leads the support, use, and administration of financial information systems and processes involving accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, or investments. Assists with creating reports, problem solving, and other related work as assigned. Completes special projects and work functions. Applies and explains policies and procedures for day-to-day work. Mentors, trains, and assists other staff. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

• Researches and resolves problems with payables and/or receivables, and system issues, and communicates with vendors and customers.
• Verifies completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness of documents. Maintains accounting records, including general and subsidiary ledgers.   
• Assists staff with technical problems and other day-to-day accounting work.
• Creates reports from finance related systems.
• Audits portion of general ledger for accuracy and resolves problems.   
• Develops complex journal entries.
• Recommends and implements new procedures to create efficiencies in the accounts payable or receivable process.
• Processes and audits complex accounts payables, receivables, and/or cash receipting transactions.
• Assists with interfacing related automated systems with general ledger and other systems.
• Solves issues with vendors using available publications and IRS resources.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and budgeting practices.
• Knowledge of trial balances and journal entries.
• Knowledge of accounting publications and IRS resources.
• Skill in the use of computers and technology.
• Skill in the use of basic business math.
• Skill in the use of office equipment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to use available resources to find solutions.
• Ability to analyze problems and establish procedures for solving the problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to implement and document new processes, procedures, and technology to solve problems and improve processes.
• Ability to effectively organize work.
• Ability to analyze information.
• Ability to train and mentor other staff and act as a lead worker.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to learn and cover other program areas.

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.