Town Treasurer Opening

Vermont League of Cities and Towns; Vermont; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town Treasurer role, appointed for an initial one-year term with renewal after review, oversees all fiscal functions including general ledger maintenance, payroll, benefits, and tax processing in Vershire. The position requires detail orientation, public interaction, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

It also involves preparing financial reports, assisting with the municipal tax rate, and coordinating with the Select Board and Town Administrator.

Qualifications

• Two years of government accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the town’s general ledger for all funds and prepare reports.
• Prepare preliminary budgets and assist in finalizing the town budget.
• Process and mail tax bills; collect taxes and revenues; deposit funds timely.
• Process invoices, prepare checks, and manage vendor accounts.
• Complete weekly payroll and handle W-2s and W-4s.
• Ensure quarterly and yearly reports meet legal and policy requirements.
• Attend meetings and coordinate with the Select Board and Town Administrator.
• Oversee benefits administration and assist with borrowing applications.

Skills

Government accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

NEMRC

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

I. Job Definition

The Town of Vershire Treasurer is responsible for all the statutory requirements of a town treasurer, including but not limited to management of all fiscal functions in connection with maintaining the town’s accounts.
The Treasurer performs administrative tasks related to collecting revenues, processing accounts payable and payroll, managing town employee benefits and tracking health insurance updates.
This position requires an individual who is detail-oriented and can work effectively with the public, other employees, elected and appointed town officials and volunteers.
Must be able to organize and prioritize work effectively and adapt to changing demands.
The ability to move from one task to another quickly and efficiently is vital; meeting deadlines is critical.

II. Reporting and Management Structure

The Treasurer is an appointed position with an initial one-year term, and a renewable for a three-year term thereafter pending positive reviews.

III. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain the town’s general ledger for all funds.
• Prepare preliminary town budget and assist Select Board in finalizing the budget for voter approval.
• Assist the Select Board in development of the municipal tax rate.
• Process and mail tax bills. Print revised bills as needed due to state or lister changes in order to maintain the accuracy of the collection file.
• Collect taxes and other revenues and make timely deposits.
• Make weekly deposits to the bank. Communicate and coordinate efficient processes with the bank.
• Process invoices, prepare checks and warrants for Select Board approval, mail payments and maintain vendor files. Work with authorized purchasing agents for the town to develop and maintain vendor accounts. Work with committee chairs to manage receipts, donations, and approved expenditures.
• Ensure timely payment of education taxes to the school district.
• Review and adjust town fund accounts including general fund, highway fund, cemetery commission, and all other town accounts as needed to prepare for monthly account reconciliation.
• Compile timely and accurate financial reports consistent with generally accepted accounting principles for the Select Board for their bi-monthly meetings, and quarterly for other Town officers and committee chairs. This Reviewed and adopted on May 19, 2026.
• includes timely preparation of the warrant to the Collector of Delinquent Taxes for all parcels that have not been paid by the due date.
• Track all grant funding and work with Town Administrator to assure grant management requirements for financial payments and reporting are performed on schedule.
• Execute benefits administration and maintain accurate employment and benefits records, coordinating with the Town Administrator.
• Complete weekly payroll for six or more employees and paid appointees, and process W-2s and W-4s.
• At the direction of the Select Board, complete applications for borrowing funds.
• Attend Select Board meetings and other town-related meetings as requested.
• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, local ordinances and State and Federal laws in a timely, efficient and accurate manner.
• Ensure that town financial policies and procedures are implemented and that all required quarterly and yearly reports are filed as required by state, federal and other institutions.
• Attend educational seminars and compliance updates offered by the Vermont League of Cities and Towns (VLCT), Vermont Municipal Clerks and Treasurers Association (VMCTA) and any other organizations, as needed or directed.
• Work with town auditors to gather and report requested data to successfully complete the audit process annually.
• Other duties as assigned.

IV. Qualifications

• Two years of government accounting or bookkeeping experience, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a combination of education and experience, is preferred.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with English language fluency.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from town employees, elected officials and the public.
• Command of business-related computer skills. Willingness and ability to learn new programs and to keep pace with best practices and new applications.
• Specific requirements include:
  • Proficiency with accounting software, including but not limited to general ledger, accounts payable accounts receivable and payroll. Experience with NEMRC accounting system desirable.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft programs, particularly Word and Excel.

V. Working Conditions

• This position requires a range of 28-32 hours per week, with some evening
  and weekend meetings.
  Reviewed and adopted on May 19, 2026.
• The Treasurer is expected to attend Selectboard meetings and other Town-
  related meetings as requested.
• Some travel may be needed for meetings with regional, state, and federal
  officials.
• Office hours of 7 hours/per week allocated over 2-3 days inside the Town
  Office are required for public access, along with being available by
  appointment to assist the public.

The Town of Vershire is an equal opportunity provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or familial status.