Part-time Finance Clerk

Summary

The Finance Clerk supports the Champaign Park District’s financial operations by handling cash receipts, accounts payable, and financial record-keeping. This role ensures accuracy in financial transactions, compliance with policies, and provides assistance to staff with financial inquiries. The position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with multiple departments. 

Qualifications 

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field OR four years of professional experience in a finance-related role. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn additional financial software. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. 

Supervision 

The Finance Clerk reports directly to the Procurement Specialist.   

Classification 

• Non-Exempt, hourly 
• Part-time 1 (not to exceed 29 hours per week) 

Training – Can be obtained through the Champaign Park District  

• Harassment prevention training 
• Bloodborne pathogen training 
• Recreation software system training 
• HR Software Training 
• Driver training and test 
• Facility training 

Essential Functions 

• Follow all Champaign Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of oneself, the public, and fellow employees. 
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and discretion in all interactions, including maintaining strict confidentiality regarding staff information, communications from supervisors, and conversations with parents or patrons. Uphold the Park District’s policies and standards for data privacy and confidentiality at all times. 
• Maintain compliance with Park District financial policies and procedures. 
• Process and record daily receipts, ensuring adherence to cash-handling procedures. 
• Process accounts payable, including invoice entry, payment processing, and vendor communication. 
• Assist with payroll-related data entry. 
• Maintain and organize permanent financial records in accordance with record-keeping policies. 
• Prepare and review financial reports as needed. 
• Provide administrative support to ensure seamless financial operations. 
• Track and reconcile procurement card (p-card) transactions. 
• Perform account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy. 
• Serve as a financial resource for staff, addressing inquiries and providing guidance. 
• Cross-train with other Finance staff for operational flexibility. 
• Comply with equal opportunity and harassment laws, policies and procedures. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Physiological Considerations 

• Prolonged periods of computer use. 
• Occasional evening and weekend work. 

Environmental Considerations 

• Must be able to work in a shared office space with frequent interruptions. 
• Primarily an indoor office role with occasional outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions. 
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines while managing multiple tasks. 
• Must be able to work onsite in an office setting for the majority of the time.     

Commitment to the Champaign Park District 

Employees represent the Park District as a whole, fostering a positive and respectful environment for colleagues and patrons. Staff are expected to support one another by stepping in when necessary to help resolve conflicts, recognizing and reinforcing good work, and upholding the Park District’s values. Employees share a collective responsibility for the Park District’s success and are encouraged to demonstrate its values in all interactions. 

The Champaign Park District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability