Senior Accountant
Job in
Montpelier, Washington County, Vermont, 05604, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
Montpelier, Vt
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
-
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance -
Accounting
Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Montpelier, VT
- Finance Department
- Reports to Director of Finance Apply by June 26 Compensation
$80,000 – $85,000 annually, based on qualifications
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.
- 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.
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)
Health, dental & vision insurance, short & long‑term disability, life insurance, VMERS Group C defined benefit plan, and generous leave time
The City of Montpelier is an equal opportunity employer.
#J-18808-LjbffrPosition Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×