Municipal Finance Controller: Budgets, GAAP & Grants

Town of Whately; Whately (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Whately is seeking a professional Accountant to manage financial transactions, audit bills, post to the general ledger, and prepare monthly revenue and expenditure reports. The role supports budget administration, trial balances, and year-end closing, with emphasis on municipal accounting practices.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, five years of responsible accounting experience, municipal accounting preference, and Massachusetts Certified

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field; five years of responsible accounting experience.
• Experience in municipal accounting strongly preferred; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Massachusetts Certified Governmental Accountant certification required.
• Experience with municipal software strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Audit bills, drafts, orders and payrolls and process payments.
• Reconcile books and accounts; prepare monthly financial statements.
• Post warrants to the general ledger and maintain the chart of accounts.
• Assist in budget development and preparation; support budget administration.
• Prepare year-end balance sheet and related tax reports; close books.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Detail-oriented

Numerical aptitude

Organizational skills

Office management

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

Massachusetts Certified Governmental Accountant certification

Tools

MIP Fund Accounting

Job description

The Town of Whately is seeking a professional Accountant to manage financial transactions, audit bills, post to the general ledger, and prepare monthly revenue and expenditure reports. The role supports budget administration, trial balances, and year-end closing, with emphasis on municipal accounting practices.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, five years of responsible accounting experience, municipal accounting preference, and Massachusetts Certified