Finance Technician - Utility Billing

Finance Technician - Utility Billing

Salary

$62,083.00 - $81,696.00 Annually

Location

Civic Center, 150 E Main Street Hillsboro, OR 97123, OR

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2027-13

Department

Finance

Opening Date

07/06/2026

Closing Date

7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

50

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About This Opportunity

Join the City of Hillsboros Finance team as a Finance Technician - Utility Billing, where youll play an essential role in delivering outstanding customer service while supporting the Citys utility billing and business license programs. In this customer-focused position, youll assist residents and businesses by establishing and maintaining accounts, processing payments and billings, issuing business licenses, and resolving account inquiries with professionalism and care.

What You Will Be Doing

Under the direction of assigned supervisor, the Finance Technician - Utility Billing performs routine technical level utility billing and business license work involving customer service, account creation, billing, and collection; as well as review, documentation, balancing and reconciliation of various customer and financial data. Due to the prominent customer-facing focus of this role, the Finance Technician must possess the ability to professionally interact with customers over the phone, in person and via email to address customer concerns, answer questions and assist with understanding of the City's Utility Billing, and Business License processes.

• Provides in-person customer service at front counter; processes account payments, creates and maintains customer accounts, answers phones and emails, and processes business licenses.
• Enters data into system and verifies accuracy. Maintains files and databases - including customer account information, and general account information. Processes data and prepares documents, checks, reports, and/or journal entries.
• Assists internal and external customers by answering questions and providing information regarding programs, services, policies, and procedures; researches, responds to questions, and resolves inquiries; assists customers in the completion of forms; and provides procedural guidance in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Prepares correspondence, customer billings, and reports.
• Manages records and information in any format, in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, and city policies, guidance, and records retention schedules.
• Receives, processes, and applies customer payments to applicable accounts.
• Processes customer billings and adjustments.
• Creates business licenses, processes business license renewals, and prints business license certificates.
• Connects customers with Utility Assistance partners when needed.
• Prepares daily department deposits.

Successful Candidate Will Have

Knowledge of:

• Cash handling procedures and financial recordkeeping principles and reporting

• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations

• Prior Utility Billing services, and procedures

• City, state, and federal assistance programs

• Bookkeeping principles

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Job Qualifications/ Requirements

High school diploma or GED; and three years of financial support related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSE(S) / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Valid, current Driver's License and safe driving record

Application Limit

This recruitment will close after receiving 50 completed applications or on the posted closing date of 7/12/2026, whichever occurs first. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as the posting may close without notice once the cap is reached.

Application Instructions

To ensure your application receives full consideration, please complete all sections of the online application thoroughly. Please note that Resumes and Cover Letters will not be accepted and should not be submitted in place of the completed application. Please see the guidelines below to successfully submit your application:

• Include detailed information about your work experience, education, and relevant qualifications directly in the application. Taking the time to provide complete and accurate information helps the review panel fully understand your background and experience.
• Please answer all supplemental questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. Your responses provide valuable insight into your qualifications and experience. They will help the hiring manager better understand how your background aligns with the needs of the position.
• Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Only Veterans' Preference documents will be reviewed as attachments.

Why Work for Hillsboro?

At the City of Hillsboro, we're committed to supporting employees with a comprehensive package of benefits and resources designed to promote health, well-being, and growth.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay with City contributions to PERS retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off for vacation, sick leave, holidays, and more
• Deferred compensation match and HRA VEBA contributions to boost your future savings
• City-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Extra perks like bilingual pay incentives and wellness reimbursements
• Free TriMet annual Hop pass and SHARC recreation access for you and your family
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community through Hillsboro Helps
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive workplace that values work/life balance and employee wellness

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Commitment To Diversity

Hiring a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve is essential to delivering exceptional City services and programs. The City of Hillsboro is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees to thrive. We value, respect, and empower employees as unique individuals with authentic voices and diverse ideas.

City of Hillsboro is proud to offer robust benefit packages to employees. Please check out our Salary and Benefits page for benefit guides for our non-represented full-time employees and part-time employees. Benefits may vary for positions identified in Police, Fire, and Library collective bargaining agreements, which can also be found on the Salary and Benefits page.

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Describe the relevant work experience you would bring to the Utility Billing team at the City of Hillsboro.

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This position requires public contact sometimes under challenging circumstances. Describe a time you helped someone who was frustrated, upset or confused. What steps did you take to address the situation?

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The Utility Billing position operates in a team-based, fast-paced environment. Describe a time when accuracy and attention to detail were important in completing a job task. What steps did you take to ensure your work was accurate and complete while processing a high volume of data?

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Employer City of Hillsboro

Address 150 East Main St.

Hillsboro, Oregon, 97123

Phone 503-681-6455

Website http://www.Hillsboro-Oregon.gov