Job description

The Town of Rockport is seeking qualified applicants to join our team as a Full-time (35 hours/week) Accounting Support Specialist reporting to the Managing Accountant. This position provides accounting, financial and administrative services within the Accounting Department.

Duties include but are not limited to: Reconciliation of cash to the daily turnover receipt reports, weekly process of bills for payment to include review for accuracy, account numbers and appropriation balances, initiates and posts budget transfer documents when needed. Monthly distribution of management reports to departments. Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, maintains project worksheets, contracts, W-9s and grant files. Serves as a resource for town departments with respect to disbursement training, general ledger questions and issues. Reviews payroll in absence of Managing Accountant. Support Managing Accountant with adjusting journal entries and year-end process. Responsible for filing, office supply inventory and answering phone.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s in Accounting with 1-2 years’ experience preferred or Associate’s with 3-5 years progressive responsibility in accounting/general ledger may be considered. Knowledge of accounting policies, practices & procedures, advanced knowledge of computer applications and accounting software. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Highly self-motivated. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate to a varied audience of end users. Successful municipal or non-profit experience preferred. Salary $50,000-$55,000 DOQ/E.

Qualified applicants apply online at https://www.rockportma.gov/home/pages/job-volunteer-opportunities or send letter of interest, resume, & 3 references to: Michellelee Maloney, Director of Human Resources, Town of Rockport, 34 Broadway, Rockport MA 01966.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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