Financial Technician III-Human Services

Financial Technician III-Human Services

Salary

$16.62 Hourly

Location

99 Ninth Street, Lynchburg, VA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

03581

Department

Human Services

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

6/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seeking qualified candidate to assist with a variety of technical services in the financial services area of the Department of Human Services.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

• Manages routine customer and employee problems
• Provides or assists with training, facilitates meetings or makes presentations to small groups on an occasional basis
• Reads, interprets and applies more complex financial policies, procedures, etc
• Prepares correspondence and other written materials for review
• Analyzes situations and uses judgment within complex established procedures, practices or past precedents
• Takes independent actions and calculated risks
• Understands implications of decisions
• Provides assistance to customers on routine problems
• Coordinates small projects independently beyond individual job area
• Manages competing demands
• Requires periodic direction
• Displays original thinking and creativity in making complex decisions
• Develops innovative approaches and ideas
• Improves processes, services, etc.
• Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Analyzes business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Reports to management regarding the finances of the agency.
• Participates in the City Emergency Plan.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
• Depending on work assignment, may be required to perform a variety of duties in support of operational requirements and direct citizen service delivery such as acting as a back-up to other staff and response to weather-related and other emergencies, such as snow removal.
• May be required to work outside of normal work hours, to report to work during inclement or unusual weather or other conditions or to respond in other abnormal situations

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

Incumbent may regularly oversee the work of 1-2 coworkers, interns, etc. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or related field OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge- Working knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of accounting. Accounting laws, ordinances and regulations governing municipal financial operations and data processing applications and procedures.

Skills- Proficiency in operating a personal computer, including spreadsheet applications.

Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: understand federal regulations; devise and apply modern accounting procedures; plan, organize and direct the installation of accounting systems and procedures; analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting data; prepare appropriate statements and reports; apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of financial transactions and records; establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers; and display good professional judgment.

Additional Requirements

Depending on work assignment, may be required to have a valid drivers license issued by the Commonwealth if Virginia and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.

Must satisfactorily complete criminal background check, drug and alcohol screen and Child Protective Services Registry check.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);

the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit

• Life insurance at no cost to the employee

• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.

• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance

• Paid Time Off

• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

01

How many years of accounting experience do you have?

02

Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency using Microsoft Office?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

03

What types of financial (or other software) have you used?

04

This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record history. I certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City of Lynchburg permission to obtain my Virginia Driving Record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Drivers License

05

If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Drivers License, please provide your License Number.

06

(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Drivers License during the past 3 years.

Required Question

Employer City of Lynchburg

Address 900 Church Street

Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504

Phone (434) 455-4200

Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources