Accounting Manager

Role Description

Lead a passionate financial team in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values professionalism, teamwork, and service to the community. The Town is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead its Accounting Division and ensure:

• Accurate financial reporting
• Strong internal controls
• Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

This role oversees:

• Reconciliations
• The annual external audit
• Preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in accordance with GASB standards

The Accounting Manager supervises a team of five staff and provides leadership in:

• Financial reporting
• Policy development
• Process improvement
• Implementation of new accounting standards

This position also oversees:

• Accounts Payable/Receivable
• Grant financial reporting
• Debt compliance
• Banking relationships
• Elements of the Town’s financial systems

Additionally, the Accounting Manager partners with departments and advises executive leadership on complex financial matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience

Requirements

• CPA or CPFO preferred
• Municipal accounting experience preferred
• Payroll experience preferred
• Experience leading technology updates and implementation preferred
• Experience developing and leading a team of finance professionals preferred

Benefits

For more information about the position, benefits, and the Town, view the brochure here .