Finance and Customer Service Specialist

City of Washington
  • Washington, IL
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
2 days ago

Job Description

Job SummaryThe City of Washington is seeking an energetic, organized, and high-level office professional to serve as our next Finance & Customer Service Specialist. This unique and dynamic position will assist our payroll, accounting, and finance operations while also greeting walk-in residents and visitors, handling front-office administrative tasks and providing high-level phone support. The ideal candidate will deliver flexible, cross-departmental coverage so that both customer-facing and back-office finance functions remain supported.Key RespONSIBILITIESBe a welcoming point of contact for residents - in person and by phone.Handle cashiering, utility billing, and service requests, dispatching public service personnel as required.Identify and communicate with customers regarding potential leaks and boil orders.Cross-train to support payroll processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general finance operations.And more!Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesOutgoing, approachable, and relationship-driven.3+ years in customer service, office administration, or finance - municipal experience a bonus, not a requirement.A calm, professional presence under pressure and a strong sense of integrity handling cash and records.Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.Comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel, and quick to pick up new systems.Valid Illinois driver's license.Questions?Contact our Human Resources Manager, Maureen Chambers, at mchambers@ci.washington.il.us.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWashington, IL
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Accounts Payableunmatched
  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
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  • Billingunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
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  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Payroll Accountingunmatched
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