Town Accountant Job at Massachusetts Municipal Association (Boxford)

Town Accountant

Town Accountant is responsible for the management of the accounting operations a...

Location

United States , Marblehead

Salary:

Not provided

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
master’s degree preferred
Five to seven years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including significant experience in Massachusetts municipal finance or governmental accounting
Massachusetts Certified Governmental Accountant certification required or must be obtained within two years of appointment
Certified Public Accountant desirable
Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts municipal finance laws, DOR reporting requirements, and UMAS accounting
Experience with municipal financial management systems and Tyler ERP (Munis) accounting software
Knowledge of municipal accounting principles, governmental financial reporting, and Massachusetts finance laws
Ability to communicate complex financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Manage multiple priorities, maintain compliance with statutory deadlines, and ensure operational efficiency

Job Responsibility

Direct the town’s accounting system, and the general ledger chart of accounts, actual and budget journal entries, and fixed asset accounting
Review and approve the expenditure of all municipal funds in accordance with MGL and town By-laws
Monitors revenue activity to ensure budgetary compliance
Reviews Treasurer’s receipts and Collector’s turnovers for proper accounting
Processes year-end tax form 1099s for vendors
Production of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for state agencies
Prepares required financial reporting to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, including: Schedule A, Balance sheet – Free Cash certification, Statutory financial submissions
Assist in preparation of the Tax Recapitulation
Lead coordination of the town’s annual independent audit
Evaluate the town’s internal control systems and financial procedures

Fulltime

Assistant Town Accountant

The town of Hingham seeks applicants for the full time position of Assistant Tow...

Location

United States , Hingham

Salary:

Not provided

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, business administration or related field
Four to six years of experience performing professional accounting work
Experience working in a municipal setting and using Munis is preferred, but not required

Job Responsibility

Assists the Town Accountant in performing administrative and technical work in the municipality’s Accounting Department
Providing postings to the general ledger for expenditures, revenues and adjustments
Preparing information for year-end closings
Reconciling accounts
Compiling information and preparing reports
Analyzing funds and financial information
Supervises office staff, providing support to accounts payable and payroll as needed
Responsible for all duties related to Workers Compensation (WC) Claims, communicating with employees and the WC insurance company as needed
Acts as the Town Accountant in their absence

Fulltime

Town Accountant

This position reports to the Town Administrator and is responsible for statutory...

Location

United States , Spencer

Salary:

45.17 - 48.86 USD / Hour

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration
Three to four years of experience, preferably in municipal accounting work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Munis experience preferred

Job Responsibility

Maintaining and processing payroll
Accounts payable
Compiling the annual Town budget

What we offer

Benefits package
Pension
Paid time off
Vacation time

Fulltime

Assistant Town Accountant

The town of Hingham seeks applicants for the full time position of Assistant Tow...

Location

United States , Hingham

Salary:

68961.00 - 93096.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, business administration or related field
Four to six years of experience performing professional accounting work

Job Responsibility

Assists in performing administrative and technical work in the municipality’s Accounting department
Providing postings to the general ledger for expenditures, revenues and adjustments
Preparing information for year-end closings
Reconciling accounts
Compiling information and preparing reports
Analyzing funds and financial information
Supervises office staff, providing support to accounts payable and payroll as needed
Responsible for all duties related to Workers Compensation (WC) Claims, communicating with employees and the WC insurance company as needed
Acts as the Town Accountant in their absence

Fulltime

Assistant Town Accountant

The town of Hingham seeks applicants for the full time position of Assistant Tow...

Location

United States , Hingham

Salary:

68961.00 - 93096.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, business administration or related field with four to six years of experience performing professional accounting work
Experience working in a municipal setting and using Munis is preferred, but not required

Job Responsibility

Assists in performing administrative and technical work in the municipality’s Accounting department
Providing postings to the general ledger for expenditures, revenues and adjustments
Preparing information for year-end closings
Reconciling accounts
Compiling information and preparing reports
Analyzing funds and financial information
Supervises office staff, providing support to accounts payable and payroll as needed
Responsible for all duties related to Workers Compensation Claims, communicating with employees and the WC insurance company as needed
Acts as the Town Accountant in their absence

Fulltime

New

Town Accountant

The town of Bolton, an AAA-rated community of ~5,500 residents and a member of t...

Location

United States , Bolton

Salary:

67242.00 - 73831.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

April 20, 2026

Requirements

Three to five years of municipal accounting experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Experience with municipal financial systems (e.g., VADAR) preferred

Job Responsibility

Serves as the town’s statutory accounting officer
Ensures the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the town’s financial operations
Exercises independent authority over expenditure approval and financial record-keeping
Leads all core accounting functions including general ledger management, financial reporting, audit coordination, and preparation of required state submissions
Central partner in the town’s financial management structure, working on budget development, financial strategy, and long-range planning

What we offer

Generous benefits package including 13.5 holidays, vacation, sick, and personal leave
Collaborative working environment
Opportunity to have a direct and meaningful impact on municipal decision-making
Support for continued development in municipal finance

Fulltime

Assistant Finance Director/Assistant Town Accountant

The town of Hudson seeks a detail-oriented and highly motivated professional to ...

Location

United States , Hudson

Salary:

60015.00 - 78975.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a concentration in accounting
Strong knowledge of Massachusetts municipal finance laws and GAAP
Proficiency in financial software such as Munis and Vadar
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Managing the town’s accounting functions, such as general ledger, accounts payable, and payroll
Preparing and analyzing financial reports
Collaborating with department heads and staff to provide financial guidance

Fulltime

Director of Finance

The Town of Chapin is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Finance to ...

Location

United States , Chapin

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Oversee and direct financial programs across various departments
Contribute to short and long-term financial planning
Regularly generate and present detailed financial reports
Comply with GASB statement while preparing annual financial report
Review all financial transactions for compliance with state, federal law, and our financial policies
Manage the collection and accounting of all revenues
Control departmental budgets and ensure that expenditures do not exceed appropriations
Administer business licenses
Maintain a comprehensive list of all agreements and/or contracts for services and products
Coordinate the annual independent audit and implement necessary changes based on audit recommendations

Job Responsibility

Oversee and direct financial programs across various departments
Contribute to short and long-term financial planning
Regularly generate and present detailed financial reports
Comply with GASB statement while preparing annual financial report
Review all financial transactions for compliance with state, federal law, and our financial policies
Manage the collection and accounting of all revenues
Control departmental budgets and ensure that expenditures do not exceed appropriations
Administer business licenses
Maintain a comprehensive list of all agreements and/or contracts for services and products
Coordinate the annual independent audit and implement necessary changes based on audit recommendations

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Town Accountant

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Location:
United States , Boxford

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
April 11, 2026

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