Senior Accounting Clerk

Senior Accounting Clerk | Business Division 

 The Town of Danvers welcomes applicants for the full-time, benefited position of Senior Accounting Clerk for the Business Division. The Town of Danvers is a politically stable and professionally managed community on the North Shore, providing a supportive and welcoming environment for all Town staff, including a commitment to professional development and policies that promote and support a healthy work/life balance. The Senior Accounting Clerk serves as the primary contact for processing customer utility payments and general account inquiries.

The Town will consider any combination of relevant work experience, education, volunteerism, and transferrable skills as qualifying, unless otherwise designated as required. Desired qualifications include High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates degree preferred, 1-3 years of progressively responsible related accounts receivable, data processing, customer service, and/or office and clerical experience. Advanced understanding of computers, including Microsoft Suite. Massachusetts driver’s license required. Please see job description attached.

This position works 35 hours per week, Monday-Wednesday between 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Thursdays 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM – Noon.  Union position (grade 3) pay scale starting at $25.31 hourly with the ability to move through the pay scale via step system to a maximum of $32.06. Excellent benefits including health, dental and vision insurance plans, participation in the Town’s retirement plan, Town match to 457 plan, and paid time off.

To apply, please send a Town application, resume, and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, by email as a PDF to employment@danversma.gov, or by mail to Town Hall, 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with a first review of applications on June 4, 2024.

 The Town of Danvers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics.  The “EEO is the Law” poster is available for your reference.

 Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact us at employment@danversma.gov or (978) 777-0001 x3030 in advance to request assistance.