BOOKKEEPER

Finance · Lee, NH

The Town of Lee, NH is seeking a Bookkeeper to perform municipal financial and accounting work. This position assists the Finance Officer with maintaining financial records, data entry, processing payroll and all other related work as required. This position will work under the direct supervision of the Town Administrator.

See full job description below for details.

The regular work hours per week are Mondays 8:00am to 6:00pm, Tuesdays – Thursdays 8:00am to 4:30pm and Fridays 8:00am to 12:30pm. Hours may vary depending upon the needs of the department. Qualified candidates should have an Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or 3+ year’s relevant experience in Municipal Finance and/or Fund Accounting,

The salary range for this position is $48,000 - $60,000 with the actual starting pay based on qualifications and experience. This position has excellent health, dental, retirement benefits, disability benefits, and paid leave. This position is open until filled. The Town of Lee is an equal opportunity employer.

TOWN FINANCE DEPARTMENT

BOOKKEEPER

FLSA STATUS: Exempt UNION: Non-union

REPORTS TO: Town Administrator SALARY: Experience Based
($48,000 - $60,000)

WORK HOURS:
8:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday/8:00 am - 4:30 pm Tuesday – Thursday/8:00 am - 12:30 pm Friday

JOB SUMMARY:
Performs financial, accounting and bookkeeping services for the Town of Lee following Town policies and procedures, legislative requirements and public financial management standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1) Administer and monitor the financial system in order to ensure that the municipal finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner. a. Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger b. Implement financial policies and procedures c. Assist with preparation of budget d. Monitor cash reserves and investments e. Assist in establishment of cash controls, implement same f. Manage the filing, storage and security of documents g. Maintain internal controls to ensure compliance h. Provide information for the annual audit

2) Maintain the accounts payable and accounts receivable systems in order to ensure complete and accurate records of all monies. a. Receive and deposit funds from Town departments and commissions b. Manage special revenue, Public Safety Special Duty, and escrow accounts c. Generate reports for commissions and special revenues d. Manage inter-fund transactions e. Ensure the safeguarding of all municipal funds f. Process vendor invoices and issue checks for all accounts due g. Establish and maintain vendor accounts h. Assist with account coding and ensure authorization of purchases i. Generate accounts payable and receivable reports j. Manage vendor federal tax reporting

3) Administer the bi-weekly payroll in order to ensure that employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner. a. Establish and maintain electronic employee records

b. Calculate employee wages, salaries, deductions and contributions c. Verify and code timesheets, hours worked and paid leave d. Verify implementation of personnel policy relative to payroll e. Manage federal and state tax payments f. Manage retirement system payments, records and reporting g. Issue all pay checks and payroll related checks, including direct deposit h. Generate biweekly payroll reports i. Manage state and federal quarterly and annual reporting j. Manage State of NH Unemployment reporting and records

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of municipal accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of budgetary functions.
• Knowledge of the organization and operation of town departments and of legal controls over municipal finance in New Hampshire.
• Ability to analyze and interpret accounting and fiscal data and to present reports of findings and recommendations.
• Working knowledge of data processing required.
• Ability to communicate and work well with the others in a tactful, informative way.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance a plus or 3+ year’s relevant experience in

Municipal Finance and/or Fund Accounting.

• Payroll experience a must. Municipal payroll experience a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are generally that of day to day office work. Successful candidate should be able to remain stationary and operate a computer and similar office devices for extended periods of time. Lifting of objects over 10 lbs. is not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is that a typical modern office. The successful candidate would have their own walled, doored office with shared kitchen, conference and bathroom spaces. The Lee Town

Office can be fast paced and successful applicant is expected to perform in a collegial atmosphere. Sharing of duties beyond those described herein may occasionally be required.

DISCLAIMERS
The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a comprehensive statement of duties, activities, responsibilities and requirements.

Additional duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements may be assigned, with or without notice, at any time. This job description is not an employment contract nor is it a promise of work for any specific length of time.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Town of Lee is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lee, NH 03861: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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