Overview

The Town of Massena Electric Department is accepting applications for the position of Senior Fiscal Officer / Accountant. Position is an experienced level position that reports directly to the Deputy Treasurer.

Initial Responsibilities/Duties

Review invoices for accuracy and prepare accounts payable vouchers for processing
Prepare weekly payroll and assist with required monthly/quarterly/annual report filings
Assist in maintaining general ledger accounts and other financial records for department
Prepare periodic fiscal and statistical records and reports
Perform reconciliations including bank statements, inventory, accounts payable, and job costing
May be responsible for administration, oversight, and reporting of smaller programs
Support customer service in resolving issues related to billing, cash receipting and customer complaints

Requirements

Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Prior experience with the duties listed, as well as month end closing processes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
A high level of confidentiality with regards to information that is processed
Financial management software experience along with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Senior Fiscal Officer is a Civil Service title presently covered under the NY Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program. For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, if the candidate meets the below NY HELPS minimum qualifications for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or a closely related field and 1 year of paid full-time experience in accounting or finance;
Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration or a closely related field and 3 years of paid full-time experience as described above; or
High school equivalency diploma or possession of an Individual Education Plan diploma and 5 years of full-time paid experience in accounting or finance as described above.

Massena Electric has a 26-week probationary period and a residency requirement. Under the residency requirement all employees of the Department must live within a 20-mile radius of Massena Electric’s offices at 71 E. Hatfield St., Massena, NY within one year of successful completion of the 26-week probationary period.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

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