The Town of Dedham seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Accounting Manager to conduct complex accounting, auditing, and financial functions and maintain the fiscal records and internal controls for the Town.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 3-5 years of municipal finance experience
• Managerial or supervisory experience in an accounting or business office setting required.
• Massachusetts Certified Governmental Accountant training is required with certification within 3 years from appointment.
• Thorough knowledge of municipal finance operations and functions.
• Thorough knowledge of Massachusetts municipal finance laws and relevant computer systems;
• Knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices.
• Proficient in municipal software systems; MUNIS experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain detailed and extensive records and prepare reports. Ability to work effectively under time constraints to meet deadlines. Flexibility to move from operational to systems demands among numerous departments.
• Skill in problem solving and project management.
• Excellent customer service and accounting skills.
• Exceptional skill in computer applications, including systems improvement, complex financial reports, databases and file development, maintenance and manipulation, word processing, spreadsheets, personnel computer and main frame systems, ability to operate various types of office equipment including calculators, computers, etc.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Responsible for annual reporting requirements, granting agency requirements as well as any requirements prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standard Board (GASB).
• Responsibilities include administrative and management duties including all aspects of the Town’s finance systems with emphasis on the timely and accurate reporting of all revenues collected and funds expended in accordance with the annual budget, capital budget, grants, gifts, revolving, trusts and other funds.
• Oversees the expenditure of all funds, including the proper verification of all payroll, purchase orders, approval and receipt of goods and authorization for check issuance. Ensures all warrants for payments and check registers reconcile prior to the release of checks.
• Oversees the processing of all financial transactions and reconciliation of the same with other finance offices and departments.
• Facilitates and verifies the implementation of collective bargaining agreements including the verification of payroll rates, calculation of rate increases, retroactively where applicable.
• Processes the related payments for health and life insurance, retirement, withholding taxes, deferred compensation, etc. and reconciles the same.
• Interacts with external auditors and provides schedules, reports and reconciliations as requested to complete the preparation of annual financial statements and audit.
• Assists the Treasurer-Collector or other Finance Department staff with the preparation of official statements for bond issues.
• Maintains town-wide fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Prepares and distributes monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to departments. Monitors budgetary compliance and prepares projections to determine availability of funds
• Assists in all other functions of the finance operations. Performs similar or related duties as required, or as situation dictates.

Job Environment/Physical and Mental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimal physical effort usually required in performing duties under typical office conditions. Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk. The employee is frequently required to sit, speak, hear, and use hands, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, controls, or equipment and reach with hands and arms. The employee is routinely required to walk and to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance and peripheral vision and the ability to read routine documents and to use a computer. The employee is required to have the cognitive ability to focus and manage detailed tasks. The employee operates standard office equipment, including scanner, computer, calculator, telephone, copy machine, fax machine and postal equipment.

The employee interacts with the employees and the public. Communication with staff and the public requires considerable patience, courtesy, and discretion in an impartial manner. The employee may be subject to mental and emotional situations that require mental resilience.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to Recruiting@Dedham-ma.gov. 

Additional Information

The Town of Dedham offers an excellent benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, 457 retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, 12 week paid parental leave, 80% subsidized health insurance, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance. Employees enjoy 12 holidays, 15 sick days, 3 personal days, longevity days, and vacation starting at 3 weeks and up to 5 weeks.

The Town of Dedham is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate our diverse community by respecting and appreciating our individual differences.  Our inclusive culture energizes all of us to belong, collaborate, and grow.