Finance Assistant I: This is the entry-level class in the Finance Assistant series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with general administrative experience perform work in accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, and business licensing, in addition to performing a variety of recordkeeping, reconciliation, and account support activities. As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope, assignments are more varied, and are performed under more general supervision. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the journey-level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.
Finance Assistant II: This is the journey-level class in the Finance Assistant series. Incumbents perform work in the following areas: accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, payroll, and/or business licensing, in addition to performing a wide variety of recordkeeping, reconciliation, and account support activities. Positions at this level are distinguished from the entry-level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Positions in the Finance Assistant class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Finance Assistant II level are normally filled by advancement from the Finance Assistant I level requiring two (2) additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. When filled from the outside, the employee is required to have at least two (2) years of prior related experience that allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the Finance Assistant II level.