Job Description
The town is seeking a Town Accountant to oversee municipal accounting operations and maintain fiscal integrity. This part-time position is 24 hours per week, with a pay range of $24.50–$28.00 per hour.
Responsibilities:
Maintain general ledger, cash books, journals, and subsidiary ledgers in accordance with GAAP & UMAS.
Oversee accounts payable, warrants, payroll accounting, revenues, and expenditures.
Monitor budgets, reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and investigate variances.
Prepare year-end financial statements, tax rate recap, Schedule A, DOR reports, year end transfers, and other financial reports.
Reconcile bank accounts, grants, receivables & trust funds.
Coordinate annual audits and provide financial reports to the Select Board and Finance Committee.
Ensure compliance with Massachusetts municipal accounting laws and reporting requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred, with at least five years of general ledger experience; municipal experience preferred. Knowledge of GAAP, UMAS, GASB, and Massachusetts municipal finance is required. Experience with SoftRight and VADAR is preferred. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and computer skills are essential. Massachusetts Accountants and Auditors Certification preferred or obtainable within three years.
For the complete job description please visit the towns website, townofchester.net/news/
To apply please submit a resume and cover letter to the town Administrator at [email protected]