Town Accountant Job at Massachusetts Municipal Association (West Boylston)

Assistant Town Treasurer/Tax Collector

Shape the Future of Local Finance! The town of Dracut is seeking a full-time Ass...

Location

United States , Dracut

Salary:

58640.00 - 70033.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
Three to five years in municipal finance, payroll, or collections (or equivalent)
Supervisory experience a plus
Strong organizational, analytical, and customer service skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software (VADAR, Harper’s, QuickBooks)
CORI clearance, fidelity bonding, and willingness to obtain MA Collectors & Treasurers certification

Job Responsibility

Collect and process Town receivables, issue tax bills, and demand notices
Reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and assist with payroll and AP functions
Supervise and train clerical and financial staff
maintain office operations
Respond to taxpayer inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure accurate records
Act as Treasurer/Collector when needed, overseeing treasury funds and payroll

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

New

Chief Financial Officer Town Accountant

The town of Bellingham seeks a skilled and innovative municipal finance leader t...

Location

United States , Bellingham

Salary:

160000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration and five or more years of experience as a Town Accountant
Master’s degree preferred
Working knowledge of the Massachusetts Uniform Municipal Accounting System, the municipal finance laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
and Governmental Accounting Standards Board accounting and financial reporting statements and interpretations and education finance law and regulations
Must be a Certified Governmental Accountant as designated by the Massachusetts Municipal Auditors’ and Accountants’ Association or willing to secure certification within two years of appointment

Job Responsibility

Serving under the direction of the Town Administrator, the CFO oversees three divisions/functions: Accounting, Collector/Treasurer, and Assessing
The CFO is responsible for financial and budget reporting to applicable town and school personnel/officials
The CFO position is also a key financial liaison and advisor to the Finance Committee

What we offer

comprehensive benefits

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

Finance Director/Town Accountant

As a member of the senior management team, this position oversees the Finance de...

Location

United States , Stoughton

Salary:

135000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience with Munis
Bachelor’s degree and/or five to seven years of related experience in municipal government finance, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Certified Governmental Accountant credential preferred at time of hire

Job Responsibility

Oversees the Finance department–including the Accounting, Assessing, and Treasury
Performs all duties required of a Town Accountant under Massachusetts General Laws

Fulltime

Assistant Town Accountant

The town of Leicester seeks motivated applicants for the full-time position of A...

Location

United States , Leicester

Salary:

23.39 - 29.64 USD / Hour

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of an associate’s degree or journeyman’s level of trade knowledge
a minimum of three to five years related work experience
or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job
Must pass a CORI check

Job Responsibility

Posting of all town warrants
entering cash receipts
other administrative tasks
entering and posting of town/school warrants and cash receipts for review and approval by the Town Accountant
assists in compiling data necessary for completing financial reports
maintains up-to-date spread sheets, and 1099’s
balances and reconciles data for specific accounts including payroll
checks against warrant registers
identifies traces and otherwise resolves discrepancies in balancing accounts in accordance with established procedures

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits, including a four-day work week

Fulltime

Senior Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a contra...

Location

United States , Chapin

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Proven experience in governmental accounting and financial management
Strong proficiency with accounting software, including Edmunds and QuickBooks
Ability to manage payroll processes efficiently and accurately
Familiarity with month-end close, general ledger operations, and journal entry preparation
Expertise in account and bank reconciliations
Knowledge of county government operations and financial protocols

Job Responsibility

Oversee financial programs across multiple departments, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and budgetary accounting
Initiate and recommend policies and procedures to enhance financial efficiency and compliance
Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including the Town’s annual financial statement, ensuring compliance with applicable standards
Monitor and enforce compliance with state, federal, and town financial policies during the review of transactions
Manage revenue collection processes, including property taxes, franchise fees, business licenses, and utility revenues
Compile departmental budget requests and implement controls to ensure expenditures remain within approved limits
Coordinate annual independent audits and evaluate recommendations for improvement
Maintain records of agreements and contracts, ensuring proper administration and accountability
Administer business licenses and oversee risk management initiatives, including insurance policies and coverage
Assist in preparing the annual budget in collaboration with the Town Administrator

What we offer

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

Town Accountant

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Location:
United States , West Boylston

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
February 16, 2026

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