Senior Accountant

Classified Details

Classified ID

2548

Description

City of Montpelier, Vermont

Senior Accountant

Montpelier, VT -- Finance Department -- Reports to Director of Finance

Apply by June 26

About the role

The City of Montpelier is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This position plays a central role in maintaining the city's financial integrity — from managing the annual audit process to overseeing daily accounting operations and ensuring accurate, transparent financial records.

Key responsibilities

· Annual audit & fiscal year-end
Coordinate and manage the annual audit, including year-end transactions, reconciliations, and schedules.

· Banking & reconciliation
Record ACH bank transactions and reconcile all bank accounts monthly.

· Grants & debt tracking
Track all grants, debt, and related expenditures; compile and submit related requisitions.

· Daily accounting operations
Oversee daily accounting functions and ongoing maintenance of the city's financial records.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will bring:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience, with knowledge of Government and/or Fund Accounting
Experience in Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and general office operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and experience with accounting software
Strong independent judgment, decision-making skills, and ability to work with the public and outside agencies
Experience with annual municipal audits (preferred)

Compensation

$80,000 – $85,000 annually, based on qualifications

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance, short & long-term disability, life insurance, VMERS Group C defined benefit plan, and generous leave time

How to apply

Submit your cover letter and resume by June 26 to:
Tanya Chambers, Human Resources Director at tchambers@montpelier-vt.org

For more information, visit https://www.montpelier-vt.org/Jobs.aspx?JobID=96&CommunityJobs=False&UniqueId=100

The City of Montpelier is an equal opportunity employer.

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