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Our members are the local governments of Massachusetts and their elected and appointed leadership.
The Town Accountant is responsible for preparation and oversight of payroll, benefit administration, associated taxes and filings, accounts payable, reconciliation and maintenance of general and subsidiary (enterprise funds and the like) ledger, preparation of various financial reports and participation in the annual town audit ($37.5M Annual Cash Flow) and supervision of the one office staff member in compliance with statute, the regulations of the MA Department of Revenue and the policy directives of the town.
Working under the general direction of the Town Administrator, the ideal candidate will be detail oriented and have a reputation for accuracy. The successful candidate will be a highly organized with strong communication able to translate municipal finance into easily understood concepts for the lay person.
Required Minimum Qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or a related field, and five years of experience or any combination of education, training and experience. Preference will be given to those with experience in municipal financing.
Compensation and Benefits: Starting Pay will range $80k to $95k DOQ/DOE, 40/hrs./week with a competitive benefits package.
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to Carter Terenzini, Interim Town Administrator, at [email protected] – in a single pdf -with “Town Accountant Application” in the subject line.
Open until filled. EOE