Finance Technician

Under the general supervision of the Administrative Analyst, the Finance Technician is responsible for processing and maintaining accounts payable, accounts receivable, data entry and document preparation, financial reports; communicating with vendors to resolve problems; updating and maintaining Recreation databases; and providing back up in performing a variety of general office support.

New employees with Carmichael Recreation and Park District (CRPD) generally start at the beginning of the pay scale. There is a one year probationary period, and most employees receive a step increase (5%) each year following. When budgets permit, CRPD also adds a COLA adjustment each July to all employees. Please note that this position is Monday - Friday, 9am-6pm in person at our District Office. Employees of CRPD may qualify for hybrid work after 18 months of employment.

Benefits offered include: Fully paid premiums for employee and family for Medical (HDHP), Dental, and Vision plans, 457 contributions, Voluntary Life Insurance programs, and an EAP. CRPD is part of the Sacramento County SCERS retirement program, which includes reciprocity for employees with CalPERS retirement investments. CRPD Full-Time salaried employees also receive a generous Vacation & Sick Leave policy, Administrative Leave, a personal holiday, and 13 district-wide holidays.

Posting closes December 15, 2025 if sufficient candidates to create a hiring pool.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and process purchase orders and maintain related records.
• Process invoices and prepare claims for payments to vendors; work with vendors, staff, and the County to resolve problems and discrepancies regarding invoices, purchase orders, and claims.
• Prepare and maintain accounts payable records and lists.
• Prepare invoices; maintain accounts receivable records and lists; prepare and maintain cash receipts journal.
• Review and organize P-Card Statements acting as Billing Office Contact. Review and organize mileage reimbursements.
• Prepare bank reconciliation and Deposit Permit for transfer of funds to the County Treasurer.
• Assist with Annual Year-End Closing and Annual Audits (Independent, County, State).
• Weekly duty of processing bank deposits and maintaining records, ensuring compliance with segregation of duties policies.
• Partner with the Recreation team handling Child Action services, youth scholarships, and refunds to customers as directed by leadership.
• Provide support to management and customer service staff as it relates to courses and instructors.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate a variety of office equipment.
• Provide backup general office support when other office staff are unavailable: answer phones, assist the public, answer questions regarding District programs and facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:
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Methods, practices, and terminology of financial and statistical record keeping.
• Accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll practices and procedures.
• Correct business English usage, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and composition.

Skill in:
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Advance use of computers and software applications, including spreadsheets, database, and word processing.

Ability to:
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Perform a variety of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fiscal record keeping assignments with only general guidance and supervision.
• Evaluate fiscal record keeping problems and work with others to resolve them.
• Ensure the accuracy of fiscal information and data.
• Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Understand and interpret policies, rules, and regulations of the District.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Graduation from high school with two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in the performance of fiscal record keeping and support assignments is required. Completion of specialized educational training in accounting or bookkeeping is desirable.