Finance Clerk

The City of Northville is accepting resumes/applications for a full-time clerical position supporting the City’s accounting, tax, and assessing functions. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in multiple areas of municipal operations while serving a historic community known for its tradition of fiscal responsibility and customer service. This position reports directly to the Accounting Supervisor, with overall oversight provided by the Finance Director/Treasurer. Job Summary: Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties supporting the City's accounting, tax, and assessing functions. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities Assisting with all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable processing Processing and maintaining financial records, including journal entry data entry Process and enter information from assessing-related forms and property records, including Property Transfer Affidavits and Principal Residence Exemption affidavits Assist the public with general tax and assessing questions Prepare daily bank deposits Provide general clerical support, including filing, copying, and scanning Assist the community development department with administrative assignments Providing backup support in cash receipting and customer service Performing other duties as assigned Qualifications Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Prior municipal experience preferred, but not required Experience processing financial transactions and maintaining financial records preferred Strong communication and organizational skills Must be bondable Willingness and ability to obtain a Michigan Certified Assessing Technician (MCAT) certification after hire; training provided by the City #J-18808-Ljbffr