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The City of Sumner is recruiting a Finance Technician II with a primary focus on Accounts Payable.2025 Hiring Range: $34.65 - $38.75 hourly with growth to $43.31____________________________This position is a full-time, Fair Labor Standards Act, non-exempt position. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Alternative work schedules may be available. After hours or weekend work is not anticipated. The incumbent in this position is not a Civil Service employee and the position is not represented by a union.General Purpose:This Finance Technician II has a primary responsibility for providing technical assistance and performing essential accounting duties in the preparation, review and maintenance of financial documents. More specifically, the position is typically split into either an accounts payable focus or a utility billing focus and is responsible for tasks assigned relating to accounts payable/receivable, customer service, capital assets, utility billing and collection, revenue forecasting and preparation of the annual report. Duties include the more technical or complex aspects of governmental/fund accounting, financial record keeping and processing that occasionally require judgment not covered by accepted standards or routines. Close attention to work is required to prevent errors. Employees have routine contact with other employees and occasional contact with the public.The Finance Technician II reports to the Financial Services Manager and is typically a non-supervisory position. This position may provide general guidance to the Finance Technician I or other employees as necessary.Ideal Candidate:This recruitment is focused on accounts payable including processing invoices, reconciling payments, and ensuring timely and accurate vendor transactions. The ideal candidate must excel at independent work, demonstrating strong self-motivation, organization, and problem-solving skills to manage financial tasks with minimal supervision. They should be capable of prioritizing multiple responsibilities, such as processing accounts payable and receivable while ensuring accuracy and compliance with municipal financial regulations. Proficiency in Tyler Enterprise ERP (Munis) is essential, including the ability to navigate financial modules independently, generate reports, reconcile accounts, process transactions, and troubleshoot system discrepancies. The candidate should also be adept at budget monitoring, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance, using Tyler Enterprise ERP (Munis) and Excel to analyze data and produce financial reports and have the ability to interpret financial policies, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with government accounting standards (GAAP, GASB).About Sumner:The City of Sumners vision is to set the standard of excellence for a progressive small city. In working to achieve that vision, Sumner prioritizes and celebrates diverse perspectives, life experiences and differences. The City actively seeks and encourages people with diverse backgrounds and characteristics to apply and all come together with a goal of continuing to learn and improve to better serve the residents, businesses and visitors of our community.General Responsibilities:Responds to staff and public inquiries as allowed by laws, regulations, and policies, in person and via telephone, e-mail, or internet in a calm and courteous manner.Performs data entry and reviews data entry audit, reports, resolves problems, and posts transactions with meticulous attention to detail.Assists with telephone reception answering incoming calls on the City''s main line. Assists with providing back-up of the finance counter as required.Performs a variety of office/clerical support functions including composing correspondence, records management and calculating tabulations.Reviews work for compliance with various City Policies.Assists management with special projects as needed.Assists in maintenance of records and files, sorts and files correspondence, checks, vouchers, index cards and other materials.Performs other duties as assigned.Accounts Payable (AP) Responsibilities:Performs accounts payable functions using Tyler Enterprise ERP, including entering invoices, matching purchase orders, maintaining vendor records, and processing payments in accordance with established financial policies and procedures.Provides auditing and oversight of Accounts Payable function.Processes and reviews invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and compliance with city policies.Prepares and mails all accounts payable payments and all related processes including supporting reports for City Clerk, City Administrator and Council.Matches invoices with purchase orders ensuring proper documentation.Prepares and issues vendor payments through checks, ACH transfers, or electronic payments.Maintains accurate AP records and reconciles accounts payable transactions.Responds to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and discrepancies.Assists with month-end and year-end financial closing procedures.Ensures compliance with city, state, and federal regulations, including IRS 1099 reporting.Supports financial audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.Administers the City''s purchasing card program.Administers accounting duties for Local Improvement Districts (LIDs) and other special assessment programs as assigned.Education and Experience:Associates Degree and, three (3) years general accounting experience. Or, applicable experience above the required three (3) years may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the Associates Degree.Special Requirements:Must pass a background investigation including credit checks.Must be bondable.Possession of valid Washington State Driver''s License with record free from serious or frequent violations.Preferred Qualifications:Associates degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.25 years of accounting experience, preferably in government, public sector, or municipal finance.Experience with State Auditor BARS Manual.Experience with fund accounting or governmental accounting principles (GAAP, GASB).Prior work experience using Tyler EERP (formerly known as Munis).Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of:Accounting software used in government accounting including Tyler EERP (Munis).ERP systems and other financial management tools.Municipal accounting practices and procedures, including BARS accounting.Accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.Utility billing practices and procedures.Modern office practices and procedures.Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.Oral and written communication skills.Operation of computer software such as Word and Excel.Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures related to governmental accounting.Financial record-keeping techniques.Preparing financial reports, ledgers, and journal entries.Budgeting, grant accounting, and financial compliance.Municipal finance regulations and public fund management.Ability to:Maintain strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions.Analyze data, problem-solve, and interpret financial reports.Maintain strong organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines.Apply accounting and financial record-keeping principles to the maintenance of fiscal and accounting records.Ability to assist with audits, tax reporting, and procurement processes.Maintain a pleasant and positive attitude under stressful situation.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, financial reporting).Provide excellent customer service by using a friendly, professional, accurate, and customer orientated approach to a wide variety of internal and external customers. This would include in-person, written and oral communications.Ability to maintain reliable, dependable attendance.Contribute to achieving the Citys mission, vision and values.Physical Requirements:Requirements outlined in this job description may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified for employment in this position. However, some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.SEDENTARY:Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, mobility, fingering, grasping, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motions.Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting, most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Some positions may require greater periods of walking and/or standing.Description of Work Environment:This position operates primarily in a professional office setting. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The work environment is typically quiet to moderately busy, with periods of collaboration as well as independent work. The employee may occasionally attend off-site meetings, but most tasks are performed at a desk during regular business hours. The role requires the ability to remain seated and use a computer for extended periods.Selection Guidelines:Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interviews and reference checks; job related testing may be required.Background checks may include:Prior Employment Verification: confirms applicant''s employment with the listed companies, including dates of employment, position held and additional information available pertaining to performance rating, reason for departure and eligibility for rehire. This verification will be run on the past three employers or the previous five years, whichever comes first.Personal and Professional References: calls will be placed to individuals listed as references by the applicant.Employment Eligibility Verification: Form I-9 is used for verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.Educational Verification: confirms the applicant''s claimed educational institution, including the years attended and the degree/diploma received.Criminal History: includes review of criminal convictions and probation. The following factors will be considered for applicants with a criminal history:The nature of the crime and its relationship to the position.The time since the conviction.The number (if more than one) of convictions.Whether hiring, transferring or promoting the applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees or its customers and vendors.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.Equal Opportunity Employer:The City is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City employs, retains, promotes, terminates and otherwise treats all employees and job applicants on the basis of job-related qualifications and competence. These policies shall be applied without regard to any individual''s sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, sensory, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation including gender expression and identity, genetic information, domestic violence victim or other basis prohibited by law.Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 253-299-5595 or email hr@sumnerwa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.Drug Free Workplace:The City of Sumner is a drug free workplace. The City is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment, free from employees whose job performance may be impaired by the use of prescription, nonprescription, over-the-counter drugs, illegal controlled substances, marijuana and alcohol. #J-18808-Ljbffr