Town Accountant

Job Description

Position: Town Accountant

Location: Town Hall Annex, 20 Centre Street, Middleborough, MA

Status: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Wages:Employment Agreement, $115,000 +/-, salary commensurate with experience

The Town of Middleborough seeks qualified applicants for the full-time position of Town Accountant. The Town Accountant works under the direction of the Select Board and Town Manager to perform essential functions ensuring that all municipal financial transactions conform to law and to professional standards.

To view the full job posting, please visit https://www.middleboroughma.gov/Jobs.aspx

Qualifications

Applicants must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; at least five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management; an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in municipal accounting and familiarity with the Uniform Massachusetts Accounting System (UMAS), is essential.

Massachusetts Municipal Auditors’ and Accountants’ Association (MMAAA) certification required or obtained within three years of hiring.

Systems Used:  Microsoft Office, SoftRight (Receivables), Unipay (On-line Bill Pay), New Vision (Financial Software), CDS (Tax Title), Lighthouse Payment Systems (Lockbox), MUNIS