Town Accountant

The town of Bolton, an AAA-rated community of ~5,500 residents and a member of the Nashoba Regional School District, seeks an experienced municipal finance professional to serve as Town Accountant. This 32-hour a week position (M-Th) serves as the town’s statutory accounting officer and is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the town’s financial operations. The Town Accountant exercises independent authority over expenditure approval and financial record-keeping and leads all core accounting functions including general ledger management, financial reporting, audit coordination, and preparation of required state submissions. The position is a central partner in the town’s financial management structure, working on budget development, financial strategy, and long-range planning. Bolton offers a generous benefits package (including 13.5 holidays, vacation, sick, and personal leave), a collaborative working environment, and the opportunity to have a direct and meaningful impact on municipal decision-making. This is a great opportunity for a candidate seeking professional growth, increased responsibility, and a substantive role in a small community, with support for continued development in municipal finance.