Finance Technician I - Accounting
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on4307, Shroyer Road, Kettering, Montgomery County, Ohio, 45429, United States
About the Team
The City of Kettering's Finance Department is dedicated to maintaining fiscal integrity and operational efficiency for the community. As a Non-competitive Classified Civil Service unit, the department operates under established City and departmental policies, ensuring transparency and adherence to governmental accounting rules.
About the Role
The Finance Technician I-Accounting serves as the primary customer-facing contact within the Finance office, bridging the gap between City staff, the general public, and external vendors. This role is designed for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and execute increasingly complex assignments.
In this position, you will perform detailed technical work that includes recording cash receipts, ensuring accurate general ledger coding, and maintaining appropriate supporting documentation. You will classify receipts and expenditures according to standing accounting classifications and manage travel requests, working directly with the City's travel agent to review statements and resolve disputes. Additionally, the role involves maintaining a listing of city-owned parcels and coordinating approvals and purchase requisitions for semi-annual county property tax payments.
Success in this role requires a strong working knowledge of accounting methods, terminology, principles, and procedures, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in this opportunity should apply via the City's online application portal at www.ketteringoh.org/jobs. Please attach both a resume and a cover letter to your submission.
Submission Deadline: 5 p.m. (EDT) on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Kettering is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce.
Work location
Work model: On-site
4307, Shroyer Road, Kettering, Montgomery County, Ohio, 45429, United States
Kettering, Ohio
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In this Finance Technician I - Accounting at City of Kettering role, you will serve as primary customer-facing contact for finance office inquiries and payment processing; perform data entry to record cash receipts and ensure accurate general ledger coding; process travel requests and review statements with city travel agent to resolve disputes; and maintain listing of city-owned parcels and coordinate property tax payment approvals.
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City of Kettering is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Strong working knowledge of accounting methods, terminology, principles and procedures; and Degree in Accounting or related field preferred or equivalent combination of experience and training.
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Finance Technician I - Accounting at City of Kettering is based in 4307, Shroyer Road, Kettering, Montgomery County, Ohio, 45429, United States. This is a on-site role.
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City of Kettering has listed this Finance Technician I - Accounting role as on-site.