Now Hiring - Senior Accountant
Classified Details
- Classified ID
- 2212
- Description
The Clerk/Treasurer's Office is hiring a Senior Accountant!
This position provides senior level accounting services in support of the City’s central accounting function. The position requires advanced knowledge of accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This position ensures the integrity of accounting information by reviewing, recording and verifying general ledger account activity for all City Departments, except for the Burlington Electric Department (BED) & School. Responsible for senior level reconciliation of complex accounts and review of activity proposed by junior staff. Monitor and evaluate general ledger accounts for accuracy monthly. The position will assist in the development of strategies to improve performance & reporting. Position may also provide accounting services to several other major City Departments, including Enterprise Funds and Special Revenue Funds. This position is distinguished from other financial positions by the level of independent judgment and initiative required in planning, developing, training and implementing system changes that is needed to analyze data and provide accurate reporting.
In addition to the core purpose listed above, this position will also have a focus area either in banking & cash, capital projects, and/or grants management – as discussed with Employee’s supervisor.
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Pay Grade 18: $71,996.59 - $80,294.47 Annually
Remote Tier 3: Up to two (2) days remote/week
Apply today!- Title
- Now Hiring - Senior Accountant
- Application Deadline
- 03/15/2026
- Location
- Burlington, VT
- Application URL
- www.governmentjobs.com/careers/burlingtonvt/jobs/5237924/senior-accountant?pagetype=jobOpportunities
Contact Information
- Name
- Burlington, Human Resources Dept.
- Phone Number
- (802) 865-7000
- jobs@burlingtonvt.gov