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Town of Yarmouth Finance Technician in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts
The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a high achiever to join their Finance Department! This position performs responsible, skilled accounting & administrative work of more than ordinary difficulty in processing payroll & other financial transactions, in the maintaining of financial records & accounts, & in supporting the operations of a department; all other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs varied & responsible duties in processing financial transactions requiring the use of Financial Management Software Systems (FMS) & other software applications. Requires a thorough knowledge of accounting principles, the Town?s financial procedures & of a sophisticated database application. Requires broad knowledge of office operations & the exercise of judgment in addressing internal & external customers. Essential functions include being able to performs all duties in the Accounting, Assessing, Collector/Treasury & Town Clerks divisions. The divisions of the Finance Department process a high volume of work requiring speed & accuracy & adherence to strict deadlines. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree in business, accounting, computer science or related field. Five years of experience in accounts payable, payroll or related field; experience with financial management system software preferred; or any equivalent combination of education & experience.