Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant (Part-time)

General Purpose

Responsible for maintaining the financial records of the town by accurately recording the day to day financial transactions of the town and provide reports of those transactions.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Check and verify source documents such as invoices, receipts, computer printouts
• Allocate and post financial transaction details to subsidiary books
• Transfer data to general ledger
• Make sure invoices have proper payment authorization according to the purchasing policy
• Draw up financial statements (trial balance, income statement, balance sheet)
• Collate and analyze account data and generate financial reports
• Maintain internal control systems
• Manage accounts payable and possibly payroll
• Enter bills, prepare checks, and bank deposits
• Comply with relevant reporting requirements
• Comply with record keeping practices in compliance with audit requirements
• Assist with budget preparation
• Assist with audits
• Maintain complete filing system to support financial records
• Letter writing, printing, filing
• Assisting the public with general inquiries
• General office tasks such as answering the phone, preparing and sending mail
• Supports the Town Administrator through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
• Knowledge of financial best practices
• Working knowledge of Quickbooks a plus
• An associate degree in accounting, finance or business, or bookkeeping certification preferred

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Information collection and monitoring
• Attention to process and details
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• High level of integrity required
• Responsible for confidentiality of information
• Willingness to learn

Up to 20 hours per week. Must be available on Mondays.

Job Type: Part-time

Please respond with resume and coverletter to: admin@rollinsford.nh.us