Fuel Assistance Payments Clerk & Auditor (Fixed-Term)

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. seeks a Payment Clerk/Auditor in Downtown Boston to process billing, clerical duties and vendor audits for the Fuel Assistance Program. The role supports the Certification Supervisor and ensures accurate payments for clients.

This fixed-term full-time position ends on April 30, 2027. Requires a high school diploma and up to 12 months of experience, with strong math, organization and customer-service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; up to 12 months of experience.
• Some business courses or equivalent education/experience preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and stay organized.
• Ability to deal sensitively with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Good mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify the validity of oil delivery tickets submitted by vendors.
• Prepare Vendor Payment Request Report for processing.
• Ensure all payments and batches are balanced before processing.
• Distribute Payment Request Reports and Check Payment Reports to vendors.
• Reconcile payments using an error report.
• Process data files from subcontractor agencies in the Eversource territory.
• Review client records for eligibility status.
• Handle inquiries from intake agencies, clients and vendors about payments.
• Assist in year-end audit of oil and utility companies.
• Batch and log completed applications for certification.
• Certify and provide final decisions on incomplete applications.
• Correspond in writing and request missing information as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Diversity awareness

Math skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Some business courses

Job description

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. seeks a Payment Clerk/Auditor in Downtown Boston to process billing, clerical duties and vendor audits for the Fuel Assistance Program. The role supports the Certification Supervisor and ensures accurate payments for clients.

This fixed-term full-time position ends on April 30, 2027. Requires a high school diploma and up to 12 months of experience, with strong math, organization and customer-service skills.