[Massplanners] Assistant Finance Officer (PT or FT)- Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) in Taunton

[Jeffrey Walker]

The Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD), one of 13 regional planning agencies in Massachusetts responsible for the 4 cities and 23 towns (pop. 652,415) of Southeast MA, with offices based in Taunton, is growing and looking to hire an Assistant Finance Officer (PT- or FT). We are a collegial and dynamic workplace with a talented staff, and looking for an equally experienced and dedicated professional to join the team.


Assistant Finance Officer

Position: Exempt, Part- or Full-Time

Salary: $55,000-$70,000


SRPEDD is seeking a Part- or Full-Time Assistant Finance Officer (AFO) to assist with accounting functions of the agency. The position will support our Chief Financial Officer in enabling the agency to make informed decisions about expenditures, investments, and cash flow so that SRPEDD can meet its growth-related and continuing service and financial goals. The AFO records financial transactions, maintains financial records, fact checks financial data, prepares and updates financial statements, assists with project invoicing, provides necessary financial information to program and project managers, and translates financial system invoices to state and federal forms. This position ensures accounts are current and accurate, and uses accounting software, Excel spreadsheets, and other tools to track and manage data.


Under the general direction of the CFO, reporting to the Executive Director as a member of the Administration team, the Assistant Finance Officer employs best management accounting practices and provides timely and accurate financial information to the CFO, Executive Director, SRPEDD Commission Finance Committee, and other members of the growing organization.


Work is primarily at the SRPEDD office. This is expected to be a part-time position equivalent to a 50% FTE but may be filled as a full-time at a lower or higher level of seniority, depending upon background and experience.


Essential Functions

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The functions listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.


  ·        Perform payroll functions in an accurate and timely manner.

·         Conduct reconciliation of all accounts on an as needed basis.

·         Maintain and balance the general ledger in an accurate, complete, and up-to-date manner.

·         Perform all activities related to the accounts payable function including reviewing, coding, and processing payments.

·         Perform account receivable functions including invoicing, deposits, collections, and revenue recognition.

·         Prepare financial reports through collection, analysis, and summarization of data.

·         Interpret and apply accounting policies, rules, and regulations to all work to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

  ·         Comply with federal and state legal requirements by studying requirements; adhering to requirements; filing reports; and advising management on needed actions.

·         Prepare for, coordinate, and participate in annual external audit and closing functions, and data compilation and analysis as part of budget planning.

·         Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about financial issues, especially in preparing quarterly invoices and helping program and project managers deploy staff over numerous  concurrent tasks and contracts.

·         epare special reports and projects as requested.

·         The AFO will not have responsibility for signing checks.


Qualifications/Skills Required

·         Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles and best practices.

·         Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures; knowledge of GAAP as established by GASB preferred.

·         Knowledge of state and federal grant administration and related contract compliance strongly preferred.

·         Knowledge of data management and financial data analysis.

·         Excellent data entry and record keeping skills with attention to detail and the ability to spot numerical errors.

·         Exceptional organization skills; efficient data collection, review, and management.

·         Problem-solving skills to deal with complex processes and challenges.

·         Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with others.

·         Ability to prioritize duties, work on several issues simultaneously, and meet firm deadlines.

·         Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.

·         Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.


Interested and qualified individuals should apply online via the SRPEDD website.
A complete job description and instructions for applying can be found at:  https://srpedd.org/about-srpedd/work-at-srpedd/

Position open until filled.  SRPEDD is an equal opportunity employer.


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Jeffrey Walker, AICP

Executive Director, Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD)

88 Broadway
Taunton, MA  02780

www.srpedd.org<http://www.srpedd.org/>
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