The Town of Brookfield is seeking qualified applicants for a part-time Municipal Clerk to assist the Financial and HR departments. Hours range from 10-19 per week, depending on seasonal workload. The position requires a variety of clerical work including supporting Treasury, Collection, and Human Resource functions as directed by Treasurer and/or Collector. Qualified candidates should have office experience. Municipal experience is a plus.

Pay is $20-25 per hour depending upon experience.

Those interested should send a letter of interest and resume to: selectmen@brookfieldma.us. See job description below. Brookfield is an equal opportunity employer.

Part-Time Municipal Finance Clerk Job Description

Position Summary

 

Under the general supervision of the Treasurer and Town Collector, the Municipal Finance Clerk performs clerical, administrative, and customer service duties related to the receipt of payments, payroll processing, and management of employee benefits information. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to work collaboratively in a municipal finance environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

Receive, process, and post payments for taxes, fees, and other municipal receipts

 

Provide courteous customer service to the public in person, by phone, and electronically

 

Assist with payroll processing and record maintenance

 

Assist with payroll benefit reporting

 

Maintain and update employee records related to payroll and HR benefits

 

Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and reporting as directed

 

Perform data entry, filing, scanning, and records management

 

Reconcile daily receipts and assist with routine financial reporting

 

Support year-end and audit preparation as needed

 

Perform related duties as assigned by the Treasurer or Town Collector

 

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in accounting, business administration, or a related field preferred

 

One to three years of clerical, bookkeeping, payroll, or municipal finance experience preferred

 

Knowledge of basic accounting and payroll principles

 

Experience with municipal financial software, payroll software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) desirable

 

Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion

 

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

 

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

Hours & Compensation

Part-time position, approximately 19 hours per week

 

Schedule to be determined; some flexibility may be required

 

Compensation: $20 – $25 per hour, commensurate with experience

 

This position is non-benefits eligible