Employment Opportunity: Treasurer/Collector

The Town of Sandisfield seeks qualified applicants for the position of Treasurer/Collector. The desired candidate will have experience in a financial management capacity, preferably in a municipal Treasurer/Collector’s office.  Must be bondable.  To apply please send cover letter and resume to griley@sandisfieldma.gov or by mail to Town of Sandisfield, 66 Sandisfield Road, Sandisfield, MA 01255  ATTN:  George Riley.  The position will remain open until filled.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direction of the Town Administrator, responsible for collection, disbursement, reporting and proper accounting of municipal funds in conformance with Massachusetts General Laws.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manages Town’s finances; reconciles bank accounts; invests monies following established regulations.
• Generates tax bills; collects all taxes and other mandated fees.
• Responsible for timely processing of all accounts receivable.
• Prepares, submits, and maintains all State and Federal tax reports.
• Prepares, submits, and maintains all payroll records including retirement and deferred compensation.
• Represents Town with State departments and agencies on matters of unemployment, insurance and compliance.
• Receives bankruptcy information and researches records to determine money due Town; notifies court of same.
• Processes municipal lien certificates.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides timely updates to the Select Board on Fiscal Year status, issues or concerns
• Responds to citizen inquiries and requests.
• Manages employee records.
• Performs other related duties as required.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED:

Duties require knowledge of Municipal accounting and tax collection, three years related experience and/or training.

Thorough knowledge of fundamentals of generally accepted record keeping principles and practices.

Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer proficiency

Knowledge of standard data management and word processing software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel).

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to interact positively and effectively with Town residents, officials, employees and vendors.

Ability to consistently meet deadlines.

Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Ability to accurately prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports.

Financial management skills.

Must have the ability to be bonded.

Possession of Massachusetts Municipal Treasurer’s & Collector’s Certification within three years of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Normal office environment, not subject to extremes in temperature, noise, odors, etc.

Regularly uses computer keyboards and calculator requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.

May spend extended periods on telephone.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.  The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

Please note that the exact scope of duties is not fixed at this time.  Payroll processing and some collection functions may be outsourced to third parties, and therefore the number of hours per week required may vary.