Part Time Office Assistant/Accounting-Payroll 18 hours Monday-Tuesday
Maintains department and personnel files with accuracy and timeliness of filing.
Maintains accounts receivable and accounts payables including soliciting bids, obligating purchase orders, processing warrant schedule, reconciling bank statements, and collaborating with auditor annually to complete audit.
Reconciles monthly revenue/expenditure reports; supports the preparation of other financial and personnel reports.
Reconciles payment kiosks and completes weekly bank deposits;
Records and reconciles all monies collected and communicates in writing any important information. Opens and distributes mail, reports, memos, and necessary information to appropriate persons.
May assist in planning and attending special events (e.g., sidewalk sales, town celebrations, etc.).
Performs special projects and related responsibilities as initiated and requested.
Performs other related duties as required, directed or as the situation dictates.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High school education; additional education or training in clerical field preferred.
Strong background in customer service preferred.
Strong background in money management and finance useful.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to effectively deal with all members of the public in a courteous and tactful manner; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers.
Working knowledge of office procedures, practices, and terminology.
Knowledge of basic financial/accounting practices and procedures. Ability to maintain detailed budget accounts, financial records and clerical records.
Ability to work with a high level of detail, to prioritize multiple tasks, and to deal effectively with interruptions; ability to change direction and rearrange tasks according to deadlines and circumstance.
Working knowledge of municipal accounting software system (MUNIS or equivalent), Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office products preferred.