Office Assistant I

About the role

The Village of Canastota seeks a full-time Office Assistant I to assist the Clerk/Treasurer and Deputy Clerk/Treasurer with clerical and accounting tasks in the Village office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clerical and accounting tasks
• May perform bookkeeping and accounting duties
• Use computers, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and accounting software
• Manage payroll and accounting software
• Provide customer service and maintain good relations
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Solve problems and analyze situations
• Maintain organization and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Hold a valid New York State Notary Public license (preferred but not required)

Requirements

• High school graduate or high school equivalency diploma
• Preference for municipal bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Proficiency with computers, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and accounting software
• Proficiency with payroll and accounting software
• Customer service/relations experience
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Self-motivated and results-oriented
• Organized and able to multitask
• Preferred but not required: Notary Public license

Qualifications

• High school graduate or high school equivalency diploma
• Preference for municipal bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Proficiency with computers, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and accounting software
• Proficiency with payroll and accounting software
• Customer service/relations experience
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Self-motivated and results-oriented
• Organized and able to multitask
• Preferred but not required: Notary Public license

Benefits

The position offers a pay rate of approximately $20-$22 per hour, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, health insurance, and participation in the state retirement system.