What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at College Township?
College Township is seeking an Accounting Assistant. The anticipated starting salary range for the position is $40,761 - $44,837 DOQE. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with a full benefits package including health, dental, life, short and long-term disability and retirement.
The Accounting Assistant is a key member of the College Township Finance Department team providing essential accounting and administrative support. This role is instrumental in managing the municipality’s accounts payable and receivable, processing employee payrolls, completing and filing numerous state and federal forms and preparing financial reports for the Township and Water Authority.
The position requires a strong customer service orientation, a demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and financial accounting software, such as Quickbooks, ERP, and the ability to organize and prioritize, multi-task, and carry out duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Associate’s Degree or in Accounting/Finance or related field required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One (1) year of payables/receivables/payroll experience or two (2) years of experience in clerical accounting or bookkeeping required.
Other Requirements:
- Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
- Must be bondable.
A full job description and application can be found on the Township website at: www.collegetownship.org
Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, resume to:
College Township
Attn: Finance Director
1481 E. College Ave.,
State College, PA, 16801
Or email the same documents to: kpatishnock@collegetownship.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,761.00 - $44,837.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,761 - $44,837