2025.003 Administrative Assistant/Finance Clerk - Full-time - Water Utilities - Town of Milford

Townof Milford

Water Utilities Department

Administrative Assistant/Finance Clerk

The Town of Milford Water Utilities Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Administrative Assistant/Finance Clerk.

The Administrative Assistant/Finance Clerk reports to the Water Utilities Director and the Water/Sewer Commissioners. The responsibilities include:

• performing a wide range of complex administrative functions for the Water/Sewer Commissioners, Director, Assistant Director, and Foremen, including work of a confidential nature.
• will assist the Director with finance functions to include: gathering and submitting bi-weekly payroll; accounts receivable and accounts payable. While the initial scope of work may require oversight, as processes are learned, the position becomes fairly autonomous.
• will organizes material for executive level meetings.
• Work performed will require exercising a high degree of judgment and tact.
• Confidentiality is paramount.
• A full job description is located on the Town's website.

Requirements The successful candidate will have one to three years related job experience with at least (1) one year in a municipal environment; an Associate Degree in Accounting/Finance or Business Administration, or a combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the capacity to process work related to an AR/AP and administrative roles. The successful candidate must be skillful in making calculations accurately, and must possess good communication and organizational skills and be receptive to adapting to new concepts and procedures. Must have the ability to think outside the box. Must possess knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, and have working knowledge of MS Excel. MuniLink for billing and Sage Financial Software, Attention to detail is essential.

This is a full-time position (40 hrs, M-F 7:00 - 3:30) with a wage range of $22.00 to $28.00 per hour. Starting wage will be dependent on experience.

Benefits: We offer a highly competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, LTD/STD, life insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave, enrollment into the NH Retirement System and more!

To Apply:

Please forward a completed Town Employment Application, a cover letter specifying salary requirements, a completed application,resume and 2 written references. Incomplete applications will not receive further consideration. Applications will be accepted initially through 1/31/2025. Materials can be submitted via:

1. The link provided on the Town website (please upload a copy of the requested materials).
2. Through https://milfordnh.applicantpro.com
3. Email jpouliot@milford.nh.gov
4. Mail applicant packet to Director Jim Pouliot, 564 Nashua Street, Milford NH 03055

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Interviews will be on-going.

The Town of Milford is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.