The Town of Wilmington (population 23,000: budget $138 million) seeks qualified applicants for the position of Finance Director/Town Accountant. The position is responsible to the Town Manager and Select Board, serves as Town Accountant and Chief Financial Officer, and oversees the Town’s financial activities which include accounting, assessing, collections, treasury, financial systems and payroll. The position advises the Town Manager on revenue projections, serves as the Town Manager’s technical advisor on departmental budgets and management, and has oversight of the preparation of the Town’s annual operating and capital budgets. Successful candidate should have five (5) years’ experience in Massachusetts municipal finance at a department head level; bachelors or masters (preferred) degree in business administration, finance or accounting; a thorough knowledge of Massachusetts municipal finance (UMAS) and budget management. MMAAA certification preferred. For a full job description visit www.wilmingtonma.gov or contact (978) 658-3311. To apply submit required application, resume and cover letter to the Town Manager’s Office, Attn: Assistant Town Manager, 121 Glen Road, Wilmington, MA 01887 or to jobs@wilmingtonma.gov. If submitting by email please use “Position: Finance Director/Town Accountant” in the subject line. Position open until filled.
