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The Town of Webster Town Accountant's Office is in need of a temporary assistant to fill in while an employee is out on extended leave (approximately six to eight weeks). 

Under the direction of the Town Accountant the position will reconcile receivable accounts, post journal entries and budget adjustments, assist in the processing of payroll and accounts payable, and perform various general ledger duties. MUNIS experience very strongly preferred. Some flexibility with the hours. Please email town.administrator@webster-ma.gov with any questions or interest. Salary DOQ.

Town of Andover

Accounting Analyst

19 Hours per week

Under the direction of the Town Accountant and the Assistant Town Accountant, reconcile receivable accounts, post journal entries and budget adjustments, assist in the processing of payroll and accounts payable, prepare direct billing invoices for health and life insurance, and perform various general ledger duties.

This position is also responsible for producing statistical reports for management; administers the record retention policy for the Department; and serves as backup in Payroll Administrator’s or Accounts Payable Coordinator’s absence.

The successful candidate will have 2 years of business school with knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting systems, report generation and billing procedures, as well as 3 years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

To learn more about this opportunity and to submit an application, please visit our website at www.andoverma.gov.

EOE

The Town of Bourne (Population: 20,000; Budget: $75 million including two enterprise funds) seeks qualified applicants for the position of Director of Municipal Finance.  Position is responsible for coordination of all financial activities of the Town, development of financial policies and practices, maintenance of municipal accounting systems, financial forecasting, capital planning and reporting and compliance with applicable legal/contractual obligations and procurements.  The Finance Director is responsible to the Town Administrator.  The Director serves as the Town Accountant and supervises the offices of the Town Treasurer/Collector and Assessor, performing all the statutory duties of that position including the supervision of the accounting department staff.  The Director is responsible for the annual budgeting process, beginning with the forecast of municipal revenues and the formulation of guidelines with the Town Administrator for submission of budget requests, up to the timely issuance of the resulting tax bills.  The position requires attendance at evening meetings, the majority of which are during the budget season. Successful candidate should have 5 to 10 years or more years experience in Massachusetts municipal finance, preferably at the department head level; bachelors or masters (preferred) degree in finance, administration or accounting; a thorough knowledge in municipal finance (competent with UMAS) and budget management. CGA certification preferred.  Applicant must have a proven record of strong and effective staff management, sound organizational skills, and the ability to be a strong leader in a collaborative work environment.  Position requires superior writing and oral skills, the ability to manage a large number of tasks and projects simultaneously and be knowledgeable in current organization-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments. Review of applications will begin immediately and until the position is filled.  Please send a cover letter and current resume with salary history to Thomas M. Guerino, Town Administrator 24 Perry Avenue Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. Electronic submissions by PDF only are preferred to tguerino@townofbourne.com  EOE.

The City of Framingham seeks qualified candidates for the position of City Council Auditor.

The position independently promotes ethical, efficient and effective governance for the citizens of Framingham and provides the City Council with objective analyses, appraisals, and recommendations for improvements to the city’s budgets, systems and activities.

Qualified candidates will possess a master’s degree in Public Administration, Government, Public Policy or a related field, and 3-5 years of progressively responsible related finance experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

The hourly range for the position is $36.60 - $42.04 with a competitive benefits package. For a full position description and requirements, and to apply, follow this link: https://ess.framinghamma.gov/MSS/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is chosen. AA/EOE

 

The Town of Uxbridge (pop. 13,009, budget $43 million) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Town Accountant-Budget Director.  Responsibilities include maintaining town financial records, account reconcilement, monthly closing, performing journal entries, financial reporting, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and overseeing the annual budget process. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field; five or more years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Complete job description available at www.uxbridge-ma.gov. Salary DOQ.  Submit letter of interest with resume and three professional references to Human Resources, 21 South Main Street, Uxbridge, MA, 01569. Email: HR@uxbridge-ma.gov.   Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  AA/ EOE.