Membership and Affiliate Financial Services Manager

Company: Massachusetts Teacher Association
Location: Quincy
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

The Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) is a union, dedicated to improving the workplace and the quality of life for all education employees and to protecting their hard-won rights. Equally important, we are an association of highly qualified professionals, committed to establishing and maintaining optimal conditions for student learning from preschool through graduate school. The Finance & Accounting Division is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Membership and Affiliate Financial Services Manager. Our ideal candidate is responsible for the administration, development and operation of effective membership accounting systems, practices, controls and procedures and financial support activities for local associations.The duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Manages day-to-day membership accounting and enrollment functions.
• Supervises the maintenance of accurate enrollment records.
• Works closely with locals, members, and staff to resolve financial and membership problems.
• Manages the financial training of local treasurers using all available training methods, including classroom, web-based and one-on-one.
• Supervises the organization's customer service functions in the membership finance area.
• Analyzes accounting membership data using reports and information derived from the membership database.
• Manages special programs such as local office support program and others, as needed.
• Manages the solicitation and accounting functions for retiree member processing.
• Supervises the maintenance of the accounts receivable subsidiary ledger, cash receipt application, preparation and mailing of the monthly billing statements and dues collections.
• Manages the month and year end closing processes, producing membership reports and preparing management reports of membership data.
• Database management and administration:
  • Maintenance of all database structure including membership type code, financial/dues, local affiliate, chapter affiliate, statewide employer and district work location data tables.
  • Collection and analysis of data from other MTA divisions and outside parties (NEA, MA DESE etc.) for use in maintenance of data tables .
  • Administration of all local and staff level database account profiles/security access.
  • Performs other duties as required.To be successful in the role you will need:
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
    • Supervisory accounting experience, including preparation and analysis of data.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
    • High level of diplomatic skills.
    • Experience in accounts receivable, including reconciliation of subsidiary ledger to the general ledger.
    • Ability to access and to use computers for common business applications.
    • Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends.MTA has a competitive compensation program with a robust benefits package that includes: a defined benefit plan, 401k, medical, dental, STD, LTD, paid holidays, and a generous time off program. MTA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff. PI129296293

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