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The town of Wakefield seeks qualified applicants for the full-time position of Assistant Town Administrator for Finance Operations. This position oversees all financial operations, policies, and systems. This role leads the development, implementation, and monitoring of the town’s operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the Town Administrator and department heads, and provides high-level financial analysis, forecasting, and technical guidance to town leadership, boards, and committees.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee all financial operations, policies, and systems
Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the town’s operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the Town Administrator and department heads
Provide high-level financial analysis, forecasting, and technical guidance to town leadership, boards, and committees
Manage cash and asset controls
Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, Chapter 30B, and applicable state and federal laws
Oversee procurement
Manage debt schedules and bond issuances
Coordinate with financial advisors
Prepare financial reports for town meetings
Oversee Chapter 90 reimbursements
Supervise finance staff
Support hiring and performance management
Drive continuous improvement in financial practices and reporting
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Eight-plus years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government and management
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience