Finance Technician

Starting Salary Range:76,544.26 - $88,025.90. Most new hires will be placed at or near the beginning of the range, DOE. Join a team where your expertise directly shapes the financial health and strategic direction of the City. As a Finance Technician, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, trusted data that powers decisions impacting residents, departments, and long-term community priorities. The Finance Technician plays a vital role in strengthening the City’s financial planning and operational effectiveness by providing technical expertise across every stage of the annual budget process. From developing accurate salary and benefit projections to reviewing departmental submissions, implementing adopted budgets, and ensuring the timely entry of transfers and amendments, this position delivers the reliable financial data that departments and leadership depend on to make sound, transparent decisions. By pairing strong analytical skills with deep software proficiency and collaborative problem-solving, the Finance Technician enhances the City’s ability to manage resources responsibly, adapt to evolving needs, and deliver high-quality services to the community. Associates degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field. Experience performing technical support work related to accounting, budget, or payroll. Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered. Experience with complex financialsoftware, such as Tyler Munis, Oracle, SAP, QuickBooks, etc. Experience working with advanced spreadsheet applications. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field or accounting certificate. Experience reviewing and applying organizational policies or procedures. Public sector finance experience. Experience with budgeting and/or performing financial projections. Experience troubleshooting technical issues with complex financial computer systems. Drug screening and criminal background check will be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Champaign