Administrative Assistant III- Finance Department

City of Brockton, MA • Brockton, MA

338d • $57,202 - $75,194

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant III position is located within the Finance Department of the City of Brockton. This full-time, benefited, and union position is responsible for a variety of essential functions that support the city's collective bargaining process and financial operations. The role involves assisting in the review of union contracts, preparing recommendations for bargaining strategies, and analyzing financial data related to the city's risk management and expenditures. The position requires a proactive approach to managing financial planning and operations across various departments, ensuring compliance with policies and standards.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Business Management, Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Familiarity with computerized accounting systems preferred.
• Two years of working experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing all union contracts in preparation for the city's collective bargaining process.
• Prepare recommendations for bargaining strategies for the city.
• Assist in costing and preparing recommendations concerning collective bargaining proposals.
• Review all union proposals and prepare city responses.
• Maintain uniform systems for financial planning and operations across all departments, including the school department.
• Monitor, catalog, and track grants city-wide using designated grant management tools.
• Analyze the city's risk management posture and review potential liabilities regarding insurance coverage.
• Monitor expenditures of all funds and report on the status of accounts.
• Review and analyze all proposed contracts and obligations with a term or impact exceeding one year.
• Perform independent financial analysis projects under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer.

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Benefited position
• Union position
• Hourly rate between $57,202 - $75,194

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree