The town of Dracut, located just north of Lowell, is seeking a motivated, detail-orientated team player to join our growing team as the town’s next Finance Director/Town Accountant. As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director serves as Chief Financial Officer providing both administrative direction and oversight for several divisions of the town. As Town Accountant, the typical responsibilities include auditing, managing and maintaining the community’s various accounting records and working with the Town Manager to create, vet, and implement the town-wide operating and enterprise budgets.
Qualified applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field plus at least five years’ experience in the municipal finance field. Master’s Level of education is preferred but not required; any equivalent combination of education and experience shall be considered.
Successful candidates should possess working knowledge and understanding of Massachusetts General Laws, particularly as they relate to finance, plus familiarity with VADAR, Microsoft Office Suite, and other accounting software systems. Applicants should possess, or be able to obtain, certification as a Certified Governmental Accountant within three years of hire.
Approximate salary range $140,000-$163,000 DOQ, plus comprehensive benefits package. Applications will be accepted until close of business on Feb. 10 with interviews beginning immediately. The town of Dracut requires a CORI, physical exam, and drug screen post offer. Please visit www.dracutma.gov/jobs for the application or you may contact Human Resources at 978-453-9492. AA/EEO.