The City of Worcester is an EEO/AA Employer. Preference is given to Worcester residents.
CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
TREASURER & COLLECTOR OF TAXES
CITY OF WORCESTER
The City of Worcester seeks applicants for the position of Chief Accountant for the Office of the Treasurer and Collector of Taxes. Under the direction of the Deputy Assistant Treasurer, the position will be responsible for supervising the work of three (3) Accounting staff, along with managing assigned accounting tasks. This position requires expert knowledge of accounting, audit and financial analysis to direct and advise accounting staff and examine and reconcile City accounts. The Chief Accountant executes key internal control procedures on a timely basis to assure that City receipts and disbursements are recorded timely, accurately and completely. The Chief Accountant is also responsible for validating that all transactions are processed in accordance with the Treasurer and Collector’s policies and procedures and are timely and accurately recorded in the City’s books and records.
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
o An equivalent combination of education & three (3) years of experience that provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the required duties of the position will be considered in lieu of the above-mentioned requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SALARY RANGE: $79,123 - $103,877 annually, exempt, full-time, with an excellent benefits package.
To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2024, to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.