SYSTEMS ACCOUNTANT

SYSTEMS ACCOUNTANT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Systems Accountant for the Administration / Finance Division within the Department of Public Works (DPW). Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner of Administration & Finance, DPW, the position is responsible for preparing and processing requisitions, purchase orders, and payment documentation for grant programs, capital infrastructure and rehabilitation projects; monitoring project and grant cash flow; and overseeing financial transactions related to State and Federal grants, including application submission, reimbursement requests, expenditure tracking, and closeout reporting. The position will support all divisions within the Department of Public Works and will also include general administrative support duties such as maintaining organized records, preparing correspondence, and providing customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Bilingual and multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL TASKS :

• Perform financial processes and analysis including preparation, reviewing, and processing of budgets, requisitions, contracts, invoices, reimbursement requests, and receipts
• Prepare requisitions for capital infrastructure and rehab projects for bids and purchase orders
• Process bids, contracts, and grant documentation to initiate payments for capital projects
• Monitor and track capital cash flow for multiple projects
• Prepare and submit grant applications, financial reports, reimbursement requests, and closeout documentation
• Monitor grant expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding agency requirements
• Maintain detailed records of grant awards, contracts, and financial transactions
• Collaborate with Department of Transportation & Mobility, Department of Sustainability & Resilience, Finance, Purchasing, and Auditing staff to ensure timely and accurate documentation

SECONDARY ELEMENTS :

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

SALARY RANGE : $69,898 - $91,542 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit : www.worcesterma.gov / employment or send resume and cover letter to : City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025, will receive preference . Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply . Direct inquiries to : City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, Hiring@worcesterma.gov.