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Town of Montague Town Accountant in Turners Falls, Massachusetts
MONTAGUE - SEE TOWN WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION - Town Accountant The Town seeks a collaborative Town Accountant with a thorough knowledge of municipal accounting process, procedures, and best practices. The Accountant will succeed a longtenured Accountant who will help ensure a smooth transition. The target start date is late August/early September 2024. Salary range is \$67,277 to \$82,394, plus a \$4,020 stipend for serving on the Retirement Board. The successful candidate will receive an attractive compensation package including health and retirement plans and paid time off. Regular work week is Monday through Thursday, 35 hours/week, with some evening meetings typically on Wednesday nights. This is an IN PERSON position. The Town of Montague is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Key Functions Ensure accuracy of Town\'s accounting records Promptly and accurately pays employees and vendors Assist in the development and monitoring of the town\'s annual operating and capital budget Staff support to Finance Committee and serves on Retirement Board The Position The Town Accountant is responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of the Town\'s financial records and ensuring proper accounting and expenditure procedures are followed in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws. Accountant works closely with the Town Administrator and Finance Committee in the development and amendment of the Annual Budget and related article requests to be brought to Town Meeting. The Accountant works under the direction of the Selectboard and is supervised by the Town Administrator. Position serves on a core finance team with the Town Administrator, Treasurer/Tax Collector, and Assessor. Ideal Candidate Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field. Minimum of three to five years of experience with municipal accounting systems MMAAA Certified Governmental Accountant Excellent knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and practices relevant to municipal accounting in MA. Working knowledge of Massachusetts public procurement, public records, and ethics laws Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, board members, and the public. Ability to utilize the gWorks (formerly BMSI) accounting system and/or help facilitate transition to a new system. Eagerness to facilitate transparency of the Accounting Office and Town Budget through technology and other means.
