Senior Account Associate — Public Finance (PSLF Eligible)

US Lawns; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Voluntary Vision Insurance

14-Paid Holidays

Alternative Workweek Schedule Eligible

Sick Time

Annual Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Defined Contribution Plan with 6% emlo

Tuition Reimbursement & loan repayment

Access to fitness center

PSLF employer

Job summary

Town of Manchester is seeking a detail-oriented accounting clerk to maintain complex financial records and perform administrative tasks under minimal supervision. This role handles posting balances, auditing accounts, preparing vouchers, processing requisitions, and assisting with payroll and budgeting processes.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least three years of accounting experience, with proficiency in using computers and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to maintain financial systems and records.
• Knowledge of budgeting process, payroll process and operating procedures.
• Ability to review the work of others and to use computer technology.

Responsibilities

• Maintains various financial records and systems.
• Posts account balances, balances accounts and audits accounts for discrepancies.
• Verifies availability of funds as needed.
• Prepares vouchers for payment and confirms funds are charged to proper accounts within the fiscal year.
• Processes purchase requisitions, transfers, order supplies and/or services.
• Contacts other departments and/or outside agencies to resolve problems.
• Handles and direct phone calls from the public. Provides information to the general public and resolves problems.
• Utilizes computer to input, retrieve or display accounting information.
• May train, coordinate and review the work of subordinate clerical staff.
• May maintain payroll and attendance records on a computer.
• Processes and reconciles employee fringe benefit program as needed.
• May maintain a budget. Processes and provides information relating to account balances and expenditures.
• Prepares correspondence and reports.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Basic accounting principles

Financial recordkeeping

Data entry accuracy

Communication with public

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Calculator

Typewriter

Job description

Town of Manchester is seeking a detail-oriented accounting clerk to maintain complex financial records and perform administrative tasks under minimal supervision. This role handles posting balances, auditing accounts, preparing vouchers, processing requisitions, and assisting with payroll and budgeting processes.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least three years of accounting experience, with proficiency in using computers and accounting software.