Town Treasurer/Collector
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all operations of the Treasurer/Collector's Office, including tax billing, collections, cash management, investments, and debt administration.
- Serve as custodian of all Town funds, ensuring accurate receipt, disbursement, safeguarding, and accounting of municipal assets.
- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, investments, and borrowing activities to maintain liquidity and maximize returns.
- Direct tax collection, accounts receivable, municipal lien enforcement, tax title proceedings, and foreclosure activities.
- Develop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and investment strategies in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Administer Town trust funds, retirement-related accounts, and other fiduciary responsibilities.
- Prepare financial reports, reconcile accounts, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Oversee departmental budgeting, staffing, training, performance management, and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Collaborate with Town departments, government agencies, financial institutions, and the public on financial matters.
- Promote customer service excellence and expand the use of online payment and billing solutions.
- Perform related duties as required by statute or assigned by Town leadership.
Requirements:
- Must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in finance or equivalent.
- Minimum of at least five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in municipal finance, at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.
- Substantial experience working with municipal ERP systems, preferably MUNIS.
Special Requirements:
- Must be certified or working toward certification by the Massachusetts Collectors and Treasurers Association within one year of hire.
- Must be bondable as Collector and as Treasurer for at least the requirement set forth by the Department of Revenue or otherwise prescribed by the Town.
Compensation:
The starting salary will range from $125,000 to $135,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time exempt position. Natick offers excellent employee benefits.
The full job description can be viewed on the Town's website at https://www.natickma.gov/285/Non-Union-Full-Time-and-Part-Time-Job-De.
The position will remain open until it is filled.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit one combined pdf document that includes a cover letter and resume with a file name (last name, job title applying, Natick) to [redacted] or to the Director of Human Resources, Town of Natick, 13 East Central Street, Natick, MA 01760.
