Financial Technician

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Work type: Classified
Location: Boise, ID
Categories: Administration and Business Operations, Finance, Safety and Security, Transportation, Mid-Level

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To analyze, research, forecast, and reconcile complex financial documents; ensure compliance with laws, rules, and policies; perform related work.

Department Overview:

Boise State University’s Department of Public Safety is responsible for more than ”people safety.” In addition to Campus Security, our team includes Parking & Transportation, Emergency Management, and Public Safety Systems. Department of Public Safety employees are responsible for the safety of everyone on campus through a variety of programs. We believe in supporting our team members in all roles of their life. We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay rates, meaningful and impactful work, and healthy teams. DPS will encourage you to take time doing what is most important to you, whether that is spending time with family or furthering your education. We want the best employees. Apply and let us prove it!

Level Scope:

Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions:

● Responsible for specific financial duties such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, budget, journals, etc. May act as the sole technician in an agency, region, or district that encompasses a variety of financial activities that typically include budget, payroll and benefits, accounts payable/receivable, accounts reconciliation, travel, purchasing and similar support functions. Or, This position may be responsible for financial records processing involving specialized documents such as tax, securities, insurance, and similar documents where the impact on and contact with the public is considerable. Use bookkeeping, research and analytical skills, develop ad hoc reports and other financial data for use by management.
● Acquire broad knowledge of the organizations programs and financial requirements; identify and correct errors and discrepancies; determine cost allocations; maintain logs, ledgers, journals; May compile and prepare budget data and monitor cash balances as well as design bookkeeping-type record systems.
● Review, complete, and process financial documents and ensure their compliance. Determine and assign liability, penalty and interest, and resolve disputes.
● May deal extensively with business representatives, and/or the general public to identify and resolve non-routine issues involving laws and regulations.
● Process and maintain financial records with attention to detail and accuracy using integrated systems and tools, such as Oracle Financial Cloud, Excel, and Smartsheet.
● Manipulate data contained in databases that are owned by other departments.
● Research errors throughout the record system/database, troubleshoot issues, and correct errors and discrepancies.
● Process purchase requisitions, invoices, and internal payments.
● Explain requirements, processes, and procedures to customers.
● Manipulate and update manual and or computerized records data bases and develop reports.
● Review, process, and complete financial documents and ensure their compliance with rules, regulations, statutes, and program policies and procedures.
● Collect payments for event parking, parking permits, and parking citations.
● Make accurate change and reconcile cash registers.
● Pay fuel invoices for the department and audit fuel payments and usage.
● Reconcile P-Cards for various cardholders including interacting with the cardholder to obtain proper coding and receipts.
● Maintain internal billing record systems through Smartsheet and other systems with the Senior Financial Technician.
● Use bookkeeping, research, and analytical skills, develop ad hoc reports and other financial data for use by management.
● Provide exceptional customer service, and in some cases interact with dissatisfied and emotional customers.
● Utilize independent judgment and discretion as to the methods, policies, and procedures used to complete assignments.
● Conduct involved searches which may require accessing and selecting multiple information sources or contact with clients, vendors, or outside sources to obtain information.
● Provide public service by explaining parking policies, answering questions for students, giving directional information and alternative parking options.
● Provide security and safety functions for campus by observing surroundings and situations and reporting hazardous conditions, suspicious persons or incidents, and other activities to proper officials or immediate supervisor.
● Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

● Experience using of Microsoft Excel.
● Experience reviewing accounts payable and accounts receivable for processing and generating related reports.
● Experience coding and submitting claims or files, or storing, issuing, and receiving materials and supplies, applying inventory control methods.
● Attention to detail.
● Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of: financial record keeping methods.

Experience: researching and compiling financial information and preparing summaries and reports; using personal computers to enter, retrieve, and edit financial data.

Preferred Qualifications:

● High school diploma or equivalent.
● Two years of experience researching a variety of sources to resolve problems.
● Two years of experience interpreting, explaining, and applying policies to carry out assignments.
● Two years of experience retrieving data using a computerized records system.
● One year using a point-of-sale system and handling and balancing financial transactions.
● One year of working experience in a college or university setting.
● One year of working experience with a variety of clients while delivering exceptional customer service.

Salary and Benefits:
 
Salary range is $16.70 - $19.50/hr and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
Required Application Materials:

● Resume with employment history (including dates of employment).
● Cover Letter indicating your interest and qualifications for the position.
● 3 Professional References.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

 

 

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