What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeping/AP position at Steamship Authority?
Bookkeeping/AP
The Steamship Authority is currently seeking to fill the position of Bookkeeping/AP at the Steamship Authority's Falmouth administrative office location. This is a full-time, non-union position working Monday through Friday.
Position Function:
To process and record all activity affecting Steamship Authority bank accounts and maintain the status of these accounts on a daily basis to maximize Authority's cash flow and the processing of Accounts Payable vouchers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Responsible for the recording of daily cash receipts within the accounting computer systems and generating appropriate reports.
* Process accounts receivable checks and deposits.
* Deposit check via electronic uploads.
* Maintain computer files and reconcile credit cards and check returns.
* Record bank account transfers.
* Enter ticket refunds, expense vouchers and customer adjustments.
* Responsible for maintaining inventory control records for vessel fuel, utilizing excel and Continia software.
* Responsible for processing utility bills and account reconciliation.
* Promote and support continuous improvement with SQMS.
* Perform other special projects and duties as required by the supervisor.
Required Knowledge:
* Education: High school graduate, with formal accounting coursework preferred.
* Experience: Minimum of one year of hands-on computerized accounting experience.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft suite and preferably Business Central software.
* Problem Solving: Proven ability to independently resolve routine and non-routine discrepancies.
* Communication: Strong customer service skills for handling both internal and external vendor relationships.
The salary range for this position is $53,400 - $66,750. Interested parties should submit a letter of interest and resume to the Human Resources Office at HR@steamshipauthority.com by 4:00 PM on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Human Resources Office
Steamship Authority
228 Palmer Avenue
Falmouth, MA 02540
EOE
Pay: $53,400.00 - $66,750.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $53,400 - $66,750