Financial Specialist 070-26

Kalamazoo County, MI
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Full Time

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FINANCIAL SPECIALIST

Financial Specialist Posting: # 070-26

Finance Date Posted: 06/01/2026

Salary: K-106 (n) $22.97/hr. End Post: Until Filled

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Job Summary:

The purpose of this job is to process invoices and oversee general and divisional account procurement, including vendor payments, cash receipts, and monthly accounts receivables billing. Enters invoices into the system for payment. Verifies appropriate completion of financial transactions along with the maintenance of vendor records. Monitors paper inventory supplies and orders supplies of department material. Enters invoices into the system for payment. Conducts purchases and supports the accounting processes within the department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides accounting support and coordination to County departments.
Receives and records checks, creates receipts, and prepares checks for deposit.
Supports account receivable/payable records and processes.
Reviews, processes, and enters invoices and checks in appropriate systems for payment.
Manages County financial records, records vendor documents, creates receipts and balance checks for deposit to submit to Treasurer's Office.

Creates vendor 1099s, completes check escheat process, and maintains check inventory.

Assists County staff, vendors and other agencies with financial matters via email, phone, and mail.
Provides administrative support, including managing inventory of paper supplies, ordering business cards, and printing letterheads.
Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
1 to 3 years of related work experience in accounting, finance, and customer service
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications