Finance Coordinator – Treasurer/Collector

About the role

The Town is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting and Treasury Specialist to support the Treasurer/Collector’s Office with accounting, collections, treasury, accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and administrative functions. The position requires strong accounting knowledge, exceptional Excel skills, attention to detail, analytical ability, and excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly journal entries and turnovers in the MUNIS financial system and coordinate related reconciliations.
• Process and reconcile PAYT billing and payment transactions.
• Prepare, process, and track Municipal Lien Certificates (MLCs) and customer refunds.
• Post and reconcile receipts, collections, bank statements, customer accounts, and Accounts Receivable.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies, payment issues, and customer inquiries.
• Assist with treasury, collections, accounts payable, financial reporting, and other accounting functions.
• Provide backup support to the Assistant Treasurer and Assistant Collector.
• Maintain financial records and assist with departmental procedures, workflow coordination, and special projects.
• Provide general administrative and customer service support.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of one year of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts receivable, reconciliations, collections, and financial recordkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, and financial reporting; familiarity with MUNIS and payroll systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to research and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential financial records, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, management, outside professionals, and the public.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required.

Pay

The salary range for this position is between $50,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year.

Schedule

This is a full-time benefited position (37.5 hours per week).