FINANCE TECHNICIAN
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, November 21st, 2025, by 11:59PM.
THE POSITION:
The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of Finance Technician - Payroll.
You are:
The ideal candidate will possess public sector payroll experience with excellent attention to detail, is a resourceful and innovative problem solver, and able to comprehend and explain policies. The ability to resolve technical problems is a key component.
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Essential Duties
What you will do:
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Performs specialized and detailed work in the review and processing of various financial records and related materials; ensures the integrity of data and information related to area of assignment which may include cash management, payroll, accounts payable/receivable and consolidated billing.
Analyzes and reconciles a variety of journals, accounts, reports and records; to prepare, process, and maintains accounting system records, and transactions.
Prepares journal entries and general ledger reconciliations and performs month and year-end closing of accounting records; assists with City-wide budget development and monitoring.
Balances financial information system controls; balances and posts financial transactions to ledgers and sub-ledgers and reconciles to the accounting system; and balances various other financial transactions with source documents and controls.
Processes and prepares payrolls; responds to staff regarding payroll related questions; updates employee information in payroll systems.
Maintains subsidiary records of fixed assets and depreciation, and tags all fixed assets.
Assists in the preparation of schedules as required for audits and special requests.
Prepares, compiles, tabulates and maintains data and complex documents; assists with preparing technical financial, statistical and operational reports, statements and records.
Responds to inquiries from the public in person, by telephone, and/or in writing, regarding areas of responsibility and initiates appropriate action to resolve problems.
Researches and answers inquiries from employees and other City departments regarding the status of accounts and payments, including proper transaction coding and related matters.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Assists in daily operations providing general clerical support as needed.
Performs related work as necessary.
Link to full job description: Class Specifications | Finance Technician | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com)
CORE COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of:
- Practices, methods, and terminology used in financial and statistical record keeping.
- Principles and practices of routine analytical research.
- Customer service principles and problem resolution techniques.
- Modern office practices and procedures, computer equipment and software applications related to financial accounting.
- Business letter writing and report preparation.
- Pertinent local, state and federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
- Governmental accounting and reporting practices, especially as applied to municipal organizations.
Ability to:
- Prepare, process, review, and check submitted accounting and financial documents, records, and forms for accuracy, completeness and conformance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
- Research and compile technical and financial information.
- Operate a personal computer for data entry, inquiry, and report generation.
- Maintain confidentiality of a wide range of sensitive information.
- Make accurate mathematical calculations.
- Independently perform complex and responsible technical work involving financial and related statistical record keeping.
- Respond to and assist in resolving difficult and/or sensitive inquiries related to financial accounting records and processes.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted during the course of work.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
You have:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing financial/statistical record keeping and accounting/bookkeeping duties.
Education: Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance or a related field.
License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Supplemental Information
BENEFITS AND REWARDS:
Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:
- Alternative Work Schedule and/or Telecommuting
- Vacation - 80 hours minimum
- 15.5 Paid Holidays
- Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
- Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application, license, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.
Application Review -
A. Minimum qualifications
B. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire
The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.
Supplemental Questionnaire Review - Completed weekly
The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.
Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process. Include specific or approximate dates here.
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.
The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
APPLICATIONSCandidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com. Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at (855) 524-5627.
The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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