Town Accountant

• Performs highly responsible accounting tasks, including primary responsibility for all accounts payable/receivable, warrant preparation, cash receipts, the maintenance of financial records and preparation of statutory reports, tracking and recording of fixed assets, and financial monitoring of all town funds, as well as federal and state grants
• Assists in preparation of annual budgets, tax classification and recap process, salary schedules, investment & debt management, financial policies and procedures, grant management, audit coordination, and payroll

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration or related field
• three years of progressively responsible experience in professional, municipal accounting
• or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• thorough knowledge of UMAS, GAAP, and GASB regulations
• Massachusetts Municipal Auditors’ and Accountants’ Association (MMAAA) Certification as a Certified Governmental Accountant within three years of employment required

Experience with MUNIS or Tyler accounting software