Finance Assistant

About the role

The Town of Brookline is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Assistant to join our Treasury Department. This position provides important clerical and financial support, including processing payments, assisting with reconciliations, and handling a variety of accounting and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Audit, post, and process payments for Real Estate, Personal Property, Water, Refuse, Tax Titles, and Deferrals.
• Balance and deposit daily receipts, verify and process cash payments, and maintain accounting records.
• Assist with monthly bank reconciliations, vendor payments, ACH transfers, and wire submissions.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, misapplied payments, and billing issues.
• Provide assistance to taxpayers, mortgage companies, law firms, and Town departments regarding payments and account status.
• Support the Treasurer/Collectors Office with data entry, tax title research, supply management, and general administrative functions.
• Cross-train to assist other Finance Department staff as needed; performs all other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; Bachelors degree preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least two years of relevant office, municipal, or banking experience with accounts receivable, bank statements, and deposits.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, office procedures, and financial software (MUNIS, VADAR, Excel, Word).
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $30.06 $31.33 hourly (37.5 hours/week)
• A supportive team environment and professional development opportunities
• Excellent municipal benefits package, including retirement pension, health insurance, and generous leave time.