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Job Title: Finance Clerk
Employer: City of Pickens – Administration Department

Reports To: City Administrator
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Administration / Finance

Location: Pickens, South Carolina
Pay: Grade 108 – Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience
Employment Type: Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Pickens is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable, and professional Finance Clerk to join our Administration team. This position performs a variety of accounting, payroll, utility billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting functions that support the City’s fiscal operations.

The Finance Clerk serves a critical role in maintaining the City’s financial records and ensuring compliance with accepted accounting standards and governmental reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting skills, exceptional attention to detail, excellent customer service abilities, and the ability to work effectively with city staff, elected officials, and the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Assist the City Administrator in managing City funds to ensure safety, liquidity, and the highest possible return on investments
  • Transfer funds between accounts as authorized by the City Administrator
  • Maintain adequate internal accounting controls
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
  • Apply GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) accounting principles
  • Manage accounts payable functions, including matching purchase orders and receipts to invoices and processing payments in a timely manner
  • Process payroll and prepare all associated payroll reports and tax filings
  • Verify employee time records and prepare payroll checks and direct deposits
  • Prepare annual W-2 and 1099 forms
  • Process workers’ compensation first reports of injury and gather required documentation
  • Assist with annual budget preparation and financial planning
  • Assist with annual audits and audit preparation
  • Monitor and manage grant reporting and compliance requirements
  • Work professionally with residents, visitors, elected officials, and city employees
  • Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written correspondence
  • Maintain compliance with City policies, procedures, and workplace safety requirements
  • Perform other City-related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum of three (3) years of accounting or finance experience
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows, email systems, and internet applications
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
  • Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
  • Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
  • Ability to successfully pass a background screening

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in governmental accounting
  • Knowledge of GASB standards and municipal finance practices
  • Experience with payroll processing and financial management software
  • Experience with grant administration and reporting
  • Notary Public certification or willingness to obtain certification

BENEFITS

The City of Pickens offers a competitive benefits package including:

  • South Carolina State Retirement System
  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Sick leave
  • Professional development opportunities

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time position. Regular business hours with occasional additional duties as needed.

HOW TO APPLY

🗓 Download the application here.

Applications and résumés may be submitted to:

City of Pickens
Attn: Margie Moore
219 Pendleton Street
Pickens, SC 29671

or by email to: mmoore@pickenscity.com

The City of Pickens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.

Position open until filled.