Treasurer Collector Accounting Specialist Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Treasurer Collector Accounting Specialist Town of Burlington – 4.6 Burlington, MA Job Details Full-time $30.54 – $43.64 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Pension plan Loan forgiveness Qualifications Mid-level 3 years High school diploma or GED Accounting Computer skills Associate’s degree Office experience Full Job Description The Treasurer/Collector Accounting Specialist provides financial support in the Treasurer/Collector’s Office. This position will assist with treasury functions and act as backup for payroll administration and preparation. Essential functions include, but are not limited to: Provide administrative support for the Treasurer/Collector’s Office. Assist with reconciling bank accounts, prepare weekly warrants, and track budget spending. Provide assistance to the Benefits Administrator. Assist customers over the telephone, in writing, and in person. Complete all aspects of the department’s accounts payable process including preparing vouchers and purchase orders, input invoices into the financial accounting system, and process payments. Serve as backup to the Payroll Administrator and provide assistance in completing in-house payroll functions. Minimum qualifications include High school diploma with courses in bookkeeping and accounting practices. Associate’s degree preferred. Three to five years of progressively responsible office experience. Knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping techniques. Strong financial skills. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and efficiently. Ability to create and maintain spreadsheets. Proficiency in standard office computer applications. Ability to deal effectively with the general public, other departments and business representatives. This is a union position within the Burlington Municipal Employees Association bargaining unit. Salary is within Grade 7, of the BMEA contract, offering annual increases via a step system. Pay range starts at $30.54/hr with a max rate of $43.64/hr. This is a full time position, 35 hours per week, and includes comprehensive and generous benefits. Benefits include Health and Dental Insurance Paid Time Off – vacation, sick, personal, holiday Pension Plan Tuition Reimbursement Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Applications received by June 20, 2025 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.