Assistant Treasurer-Collector

The Office of the Treasurer-Collector is seeking applicants for

Assistant Treasurer-Collector. Under the general direction of the Treasurer-Collector/Deputy, this role is responsible for performing skilled bookkeeping, accounting, recordkeeping, clerical and administrative work in cash-management, collection of taxes, and for assistance in administering employee benefits and payroll functions. The Assistant Treasurer-Collector must have the ability to competently and consistently perform essential job duties, including, but not limited to, the following: Receive, record and balance cash receipts Receive, processes and prove cash received from other town departments Prepare bank deposits Assist Treasurer-Collector/Deputy in budget preparation and in compiling information for generating various Town reports Receive payments for real estate, personal property, motor vehicle excise tax and water/sewer fees and record payments into system Balance daily receipts in accordance with State laws Interact and respond to inquiries from staff and the general public, as appropriate Compose, type, and edit a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, and other material requiring judgment as to content, accuracy, and completeness. Perform some general clerical duties, such as answering the phone, opening and delivering mail, and filing. Assist in the preparation of payroll for all Town departments, as needed, and prepare a variety of related reports Assist in enrollment of employees in health, dental and life insurance plans and retirement systems, as needed Work on special projects, as necessary. Perform similar or related work, as required. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge: Knowledge of fund accounting practices; Knowledge of organization of Town government; Knowledge of Town\'s financial management systems; Knowledge of accounting codes, legal controls, and cash management procedures; Knowledge of laws and regulations governing health insurance and payroll functions; Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills; strong customer service skills; Proficient with MS365 applications and other computer software Abilities: Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records and reports; ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and the general public; Ability to work in an environment prone to interruption; Ability to work well under pressure; Ability to work with confidential information, and maintain confidentiality; Ability to operate keyboard and calculator; Ability to operate general office equipment; Ability to accurately and effectively work with numbers and details for long periods of time Qualifications Minimum Education & Experience*: Associate?s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Three (3) years of experience in a responsible position involving payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, financial management, and/or Treasurer/Collector functions. *Equivalent combination of education & experience will be considered in lieu of the aforementioned requirements Miscellaneous Information Physical Requirements: Must have ability to sit for long periods of time while working and stand for periods of time at the counter. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including regular attendance. TO APPLY, send resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Open until filled. Priority given to applican DIRECT LINK TO APPLICATION PDF: