Finance Assistant

Career Opportunities with Town of Brookline

Location: 333 Washington Street
Brookline, MA, 02445

Finance Assistant
Treasury – Town of Brookline
Hourly Rate: $30.06 – $31.33 | 37.5 hours per week | Excellent Benefits

The Town of Brookline is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Assistant to join our Treasury Department. This position provides important clerical and financial support, including processing payments, assisting with reconciliations, and handling a variety of accounting and administrative tasks. If you are skilled in bookkeeping, accounts receivable, and customer service, and want to contribute your talents in public service, this is an excellent opportunity.

As a Finance Assistant, you will:

• Audit, post, and process payments for Real Estate, Personal Property, Water, Refuse, Tax Titles, and Deferrals.
• Balance and deposit daily receipts, verify and process cash payments, and maintain accounting records.
• Assist with monthly bank reconciliations, vendor payments, ACH transfers, and wire submissions.
• Research and resolve payment discrepancies, misapplied payments, and billing issues.
• Provide assistance to taxpayers, mortgage companies, law firms, and Town departments regarding payments and account status.
• Support the Treasurer/Collector’s Office with data entry, tax title research, supply management, and general administrative functions.
• Cross-train to assist other Finance Department staff as needed; performs all other duties as needed.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least two years of relevant office, municipal, or banking experience with accounts receivable, bank statements, and deposits.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, office procedures, and financial software (MUNIS, VADAR, Excel, Word).
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

• Competitive pay: $30.06 – $31.33 hourly (37.5 hours/week)
• A supportive team environment and professional development opportunities
• Excellent municipal benefits package, including retirement pension, health insurance, and generous leave time.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.