Assistant Town Collector

About the Role

Supervisory, administrative, financial, and database work assisting the Town Collector in discharging the duties of the office, including all related tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• More than five years of applicable experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of recordkeeping, office procedures, practices, and terminology preferred.
• Awareness of state and local laws relating to the Town Collector’s office preferred.
• Massachusetts Municipal Assistant Collector certification preferred.
• Ability to be bonded.

Skills

• Complete working knowledge of bookkeeping and recordkeeping procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of office procedures, practices, and terminology.
• Complete knowledge of office and data processing equipment, accounting practices, and business language.
• Familiarity with pertinent state and local laws relating to the Town Collector’s office.
• Ability to organize time, work independently, and accomplish tasks despite frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and statistics.
• Effective supervision of subordinates.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and constructive relationships with the public.
• Proficiency or familiarity with common municipal business computer programs and applications:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office PowerPoint.
  • Familiar with common database programs.
  • Familiar or proficient with MUNIS or other common municipal financial programs.