Financial Services Technician III

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is a progressive place to work, where innovation and ambition are rewarded. We understand the many challenges facing today's professionals and families so we offer competitive wages and salaries, and a full benefits package with which you'd be quite impressed!

 

For full-time employees our benefits information can be found here.

Announcement Information

This position is with the Fiscal Services Division and is represented by the UAW. 

General Summary

Performs a wide range of bookkeeping duties according to established unit procedures related to the proper registration, payment processing, and maintenance of client service accounts. Performs more complex clerical accounting duties, including preparing moderately complex financial statements or budget documents and posting and processing all funds regardless of complexity. Obtains financial information from clients in an effort to collect monies for fees such as court or jail costs, utility bills, and taxes. establishes and adjusts payment schedules as needed. Handles customer relations situations that require greater sensitivity, knowledge of policies and procedures, and/or a higher degree of independent judgment. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

 

Distinguished from those of Financial Services Technician II by one or more of the following: 1. responsibility for maintaining funds of a significantly greater complexity and amount; 2. assignment of a wide range of bookkeeping duties, following numerous often complex procedures; and 3. significant responsibility for a bookkeeping function.

Required Minimum Qualifications

At the time of application, applicants must: 

 

1. Must be a high school graduate or have a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test. 2. Have had three (3) years of full-time work experience which involved basic accounting or bookkeeping principles or related clerical experience.  NOTE: Coursework at an accredited college or university in a business curriculum which included accounting classes may substitute for up to two (2) years of the experience listed above.

Pay Range

USD $55,242.00 - USD $70,588.00 /Yr.

EEO and Inclusion Statements

EEO Statement

 

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

 

Inclusion Statement

 

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.