Finance Technician – Accounting - FTA25-23101

Job Title: Finance Technician – Accounting
Location: Hillsboro, OR
Job Type: Contract (3 Months – Possible Extension)
Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Finance Technician – Accounting for a 3-month on-site contract assignment in Hillsboro, OR. The successful candidate will support key accounting functions, including financial data entry, reconciliation, billing, and customer service. This role requires a solid foundation in bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping, as well as the ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, validate, and process a variety of financial documents

• Post financial data and update customer/vendor accounts

• Enter data into financial systems and verify for accuracy

• Provide support and guidance to internal and external customers

• Research and reconcile account discrepancies; compile reports

• Generate billing statements, vendor documents, and bank deposits

• Audit purchasing card transactions and maintain related records

• Manage vendor data and generate annual 1099 forms

• Reconcile citywide daily deposits and prepare monthly reports

• Coordinate the production of biennial budget materials (print and online)

• Maintain and retain records according to policy

• Perform additional administrative tasks and related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Minimum 3 years of financial support or accounting-related experience

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in financial recordkeeping and reporting principles

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information

• Skilled in data entry, file management, and report preparation

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Comfortable working with diverse populations and committed to equity and inclusion

• Ability to provide high-quality customer service

• Capable of interpreting and applying applicable laws and financial procedures

• Proficient with modern office technology, including financial software and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

• Experience mentoring or training staff on financial systems

• Familiarity with municipal budget processes or public sector finance