POSITION: Finance Generalist

DEPARTMENT: Finance Department

LOCATION: Moss Point City Hall, 4320 McInnis Avenue, Moss Point, MS 39563

HOURS: 40 Hours per Week (M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm)

SALARY RANGE: $25,000 - $34,000 Annual Salary *Based on Experience

DUTIES: Employees in this class perform a variety of clerical and bookkeeping tasks in accordance with well established procedures. Work includes the performance of sub-professional accounting duties which require a working knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Detailed instructions and close supervision are received at the beginning of work and on new assignments, but regular routine assignments may be performed independently, and initiative exercised as experience is gained. Work is subject to general supervision by the Comptroller and is usually reviewed for content, accuracy and adherence to established standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be eligible to work in the United States, possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver’s license and be bondable.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two (2) year college or technical school and three (3) years related experience; or High School diploma or GED equivalent with five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook

(Job description with minimum requirements attached.)

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier.
• Must be bondable.

The City of Moss Point is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, veteran or handicapped status. The City of Moss Point will attempt to meet any reasonable request for accommodation in the hiring process in accordance with Title II of the ADA.

CITY OF MOSS POINT

FINANCE GENERALIST

SUMMARY:

Employees in this class perform a variety of clerical and bookkeeping tasks in accordance with well established procedures. Work includes the performance of sub-professional accounting duties which require a working knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Detailed instructions and close supervision are received at the beginning of work and on new assignments, but regular routine assignments may be performed independently, and initiative exercised as experience is gained. Work is subject to general supervision by the Comptroller and is usually reviewed for content, accuracy and adherence to established standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Any one position of this class may not include all duties listed, nor do listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.)

• Processes accounts payable, accounts receivable and other accounting functions as assigned through established procedures.
• Review and process daily cash receipts/deposits.
• Compute and record charges, refunds, cost of lost or damaged goods, freight charges, rentals, and similar items.
• Code data for input to financial data processing system.
• Perform data entry on computer system.
• Prepare and process checks, account statements, reports, and other records and reviews for accuracy.
• Reconcile reports/documents.
• Assists Finance Support Specialist with fixed assets and inventory.
• Review documentation to be sure that it meets state, federal or other requirements.
• Process correspondence such as mailing checks with invoices or letters, filling out required forms that have to be sent with checks, W-9 forms, and any other correspondence required.
• Compile, sort and file documents, such as purchase orders and checks, substantiating business transactions.
• Assist with processing refunds or collection of funds and send correspondence for refunds or collections.
• Assist Auditor’s as needed such as making copies, pulling documentation, filing documentation, and any duties that may be required.
• Assist Administrative Clerk duties as needed.
• Review computer printouts against ledgers and make corrections.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Comptroller.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

(Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.)

• Good organizational, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan, direct and coordinate the work of subordinates.

• Knowledge of English, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic; and modern office practices, procedures, systems, and equipment.

• Ability to meet and deal with people tactfully and courteously.
• Ability to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook;
• Ability to understand written or oral instructions; read, analyze and interpret complex documents.
• Must be able to present information effectively and efficiently in a group setting or one-on-one.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to concentrate, perform accurately and work under stress of deadlines.
• Must be able to come to work promptly and regularly.
• Must have and maintain a valid Mississippi vehicle operator’s license.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a sedentary role; however, some filing is required which would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is required to walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two (2) year college or technical school and three (3) years related experience; or High School diploma or GED equivalent with five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier.
• Must be bondable.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please contact the Office of Human Resources at Moss Point City Hall,

4320 McInnis Avenue, Moss Point, MS 39563. Current employees must have successfully completed their probationary period and may be required to submit an updated application for full consideration.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Applications may be submitted online at,

https://www.cityofmosspoint.org/jobs.aspx and is required for consideration of employment. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (228) 475-0300 ext. 7032.