Assistant Town Accountant

Job Description

The town of Nantucket’s Finance department is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented professional for the position of Assistant Town Accountant. Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director of Municipal Finance, the Assistant Town Accountant plays a vital role in the coordination and execution of the town’s financial functions. This includes support for budgeting, expenditure tracking, fiscal analysis, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

This position assists in maintaining the town’s general ledger, preparing financial reports, monitoring multiple departmental and enterprise fund budgets, reconciling accounts, and supporting IT integrations relevant to accounting operations. The Assistant Town Accountant also supervises accounting support staff, and serves as a key contributor to the town’s financial reporting and audit readiness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field is preferred.
• Three to five years of relevant experience in municipal finance, accounting, or auditing required.
• Experience with Massachusetts municipal finance laws, GAAP, GASB, and UMAS is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with MUNIS or other municipal financial software is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Employment Details:

• Full-time – 40 hours per week
• Non-union position
• Salary Range: $109,876 to $134,316 commensurate with experience and qualifications
• With town authorization, this position offers a hybrid work schedule with residency in Massachusetts

Benefits Include:

• Retirement pension through Barnstable County Retirement.
• 90% employer-sponsored health insurance plan options.
• Diverse selection of supplemental insurance policies.

Application Deadline: August 15 at 4 p.m.

How to Apply: Click here.

Questions?

Please contact [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
The town of Nantucket is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a D.E.I. community, and encourages women, minorities, and veterans to apply.