Administrative/Accounting Assistant

Town of Brookline • Brookline, MA

350d • $29 - $30

About The Position

The Town of Brookline's Public Safety Business Office is seeking an Administrative/ Accounting Assistant to perform routine and complex clerical and technical work related to payroll, purchasing, and accounts receivable functions for the public safety business office. The Administrative/Accounting Assistant will assist with the daily operations of the office; collects data, processes information, maintains department records; and assists with the entire payroll process; works with other town departments, such as the Human Resources Department, Comptrollers Office, Retirement Office and other departments. Maintains PSBO purchasing records such as items or services purchased costs, delivery, product quality, and inventories. Performs other related work as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of basic bookkeeping experience.
• Administrative office experience, payroll experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Public Safety experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing rules.
• Ability to work independently and organize time to complete tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with department and town employees.

Nice To Haves

• Public Safety experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clerical and technical work related to payroll, purchasing, and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with the daily operations of the office.
• Collect data and process information.
• Maintain department records.
• Assist with the entire payroll process.
• Work with other town departments such as Human Resources, Comptrollers Office, and Retirement Office.
• Maintain PSBO purchasing records including costs, delivery, product quality, and inventories.
• Perform other related work as required.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED