Finance Clerk

Louisville City Finance Clerk

The City of Louisville is accepting applications for a qualified City Finance Clerk.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of a specific statement from the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position:

• Assist in managing the daily financial transactions of the City including maintenance and reconciliation of General Ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, daily deposits, and bank accounts.
• Communicates with City Administrator and City Clerk regarding the City's financial operations including preparing monthly and yearly financial reports;
• Serves as liaison with external auditors; files audit with appropriate agencies as required by law
• Attend staff and City Council meetings as required;
• Prepares and files City financial documents and reports with State and Federal agencies as required by law.
• Serve as Assistantant Human resources clerk which administers and manages weekly payroll, insurance plans, workers' compensation, vacation, sick leave, overtime and holiday pay, personnel files, job applications and all other related duties; serve as Retirement Secretary
• Maintains City of Louisville's Personnel Handbook.
• Administers document retention/archive system for all city departments.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• BA/BS in an Accounting, Business Management, Public Administration or related field preferred.
• Five years of accounting related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, method, equipment and standard clerical procedures including computers and related software applications.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Accounting Principles, Human Resource Management and Records Management
• Thorough Knowledge of state and federal laws affecting local government, including record keeping, filing requirements and techniques.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.
• Ability to compile, analyze, and evaluate data and prepare and maintain clear, accurate and comprehensive recommendations, record and reports.
• Obtain Notary within 3 months
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Prior to a position offer, the successful candidate will pass a background investigation to include a criminal history check, check of references, and check of previous/current employment and a drug screen. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
• Applications will be accepted until filled and can be picked up and returned to the City of Louisville Administrative Office at 1011 Peachtree Street, Louisville, Georgia 30434 mailed to P.O. Box 527, Louisville, Georgia 30434 or via email to cwilliams@louisvillega.gov and mreaves@lousivillega.gov,
• The City of Louisville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.