Finance Coordinator – Treasurer/Collector

Town of Natick•Natick, MA

12h

About The Position

The Finance Coordinator supports the Treasurer/Collector’s Office with accounting, collections, treasury, accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial reporting, and administrative functions. The role requires accounting knowledge, strong Excel skills, attention to detail, analytical ability, and effective customer service and communication skills. This is a full-time benefited position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with at least one year of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts receivable, reconciliations, collections, and financial recordkeeping.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, and financial reporting.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, including the ability to research and resolve financial discrepancies.
Ability to maintain accurate and confidential financial records, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, management, outside professionals, and the public.
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with MUNIS and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

Process weekly journal entries and turnovers in the MUNIS financial system and coordinate related reconciliations.
Process and reconcile PAYT billing and payment transactions.
Prepare, process, and track Municipal Lien Certificates (MLCs) and customer refunds.
Post and reconcile receipts, collections, bank statements, customer accounts, and Accounts Receivable.
Research and resolve account discrepancies, payment issues, and customer inquiries.
Assist with treasury, collections, accounts payable, financial reporting, and other accounting functions.
Provide backup support to the Assistant Treasurer and Assistant Collector.
Maintain financial records and assist with departmental procedures, workflow coordination, and special projects.
Provide general administrative and customer service support.
Perform other related duties as assigned.