Municipal Treasury & Tax Clerk

City of Woonsocket; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Woonsocket is seeking a Treasury Aide in the Finance Department to assist in collecting municipal taxes, water bills, assessments, and miscellaneous charges. You will store and maintain treasury records, certify receivables, and assist in Water and tax sale programs.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of municipal tax laws, and proficiency with computerized revenue systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years of bookkeeping experience, preferably municipal.
• Knowledge of municipal tax laws related to the position and experience with computerized revenue systems.

Responsibilities

• Sets up accounts receivable.
• Processes abatements and adjustments for taxes, water, sewer, and other bills.
• Assists in preparing delinquent collection mailings as requested by supervisor.
• Processes bank escrow payments.
• Handles water shutoff services.
• Makes calls to delinquent taxpayers and banks for escrow payments.
• Provides backup for switchboards.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Municipal tax laws

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized revenue systems

Job description

City of Woonsocket is seeking a Treasury Aide in the Finance Department to assist in collecting municipal taxes, water bills, assessments, and miscellaneous charges. You will store and maintain treasury records, certify receivables, and assist in Water and tax sale programs.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of municipal tax laws, and proficiency with computerized revenue systems.