Town of Danvers I Town Accountant

The Town of Danvers is seeking a forward-thinking, solution driven Town Accountant to perform professional, supervisory work in the day-to-day management of the Accounting Department. The Town Accountant maintains and audits the municipal accounting system and administers internal/external financial reporting in discharging the duties of the office.

What You'll Do:

As Town Accountant, you will perform highly responsible duties requiring independent judgment and initiative in problem solving, organizing, and directing the work of the department; and in the enforcement of federal, state and local laws, Town Bylaws, departmental policies, and with adherence to professional accounting standards.

Your work will include:

• Accounting Operations & Financial Management
• Accounts Payable, Payroll & Purchasing Administration
• Financial Reporting & Regulatory Compliance
• Cash Management & Reconciliation
• Budget Development & Financial Planning
• Audit Coordination & Internal Controls
• Advisory Services & Interdepartmental Support
• Board & Committee Responsibilities

What You Bring:

To support an inclusive and broad applicant pool, the Town welcomes any combination of relevant work experience, education, volunteerism, and transferable skills-as reflected in your job description. Ideal candidates bring:

An ideal candidate brings:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in accounting, of which at least three (3+) years are in municipal accounting; three years of progressively responsible experience in personnel management; Master's degree preferred.
• Ability to be bonded required.
• Massachusetts Certified Governmental Accountant certification and Certified Public Accountant certification preferred or ability to obtain within 3 years of hire.
• Must be fully committed to providing service excellence to every person who visits, works, or resides in the Town of Danvers by embodying the organization's five core values: inclusion, integrity, accountability, positivity, and collaboration.

Hours and Compensation

• 35 hours/week
• Monday-Wednesday: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM: Friday: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
• Management PayScale range of $101,511.90 to $139,525.05; hiring rate DOQ.
• Position also receives an additional stipend of $1,500 annually for serving ex-officio on the Danvers Retirement Board.
• Excellent benefits: health, dental, vision, pension system, Town match to 457 plan, municipal retirement plan, and generous paid time off

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a Town application, resume, and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, by email as a PDF to [redacted], or by mail to Town Hall, 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with a first review of applications on June 28, 2026.