What are the responsibilities and job description for the Town Accountant position at Town of Danvers?
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.
Why Danvers?
Located on the beautiful Noth Shore, Danvers is a politically stable, well-managed community that that invests in its employees. We foster a supportive and welcoming culture, prioritize professional development, and embrace policies that ensure a healthy balance between work and life.
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
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
To apply, please send a Town application, resume, and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, by email as a PDF to employment@danversma.gov, 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.
The Town of Danvers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available for your reference.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact us at employment@danversma.gov or (978) 777-0001 x3030 in advance to request assistance.
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.
Why Danvers?
Located on the beautiful Noth Shore, Danvers is a politically stable, well-managed community that that invests in its employees. We foster a supportive and welcoming culture, prioritize professional development, and embrace policies that ensure a healthy balance between work and life.
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
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.
- 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
To apply, please send a Town application, resume, and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, by email as a PDF to employment@danversma.gov, 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.
The Town of Danvers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available for your reference.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact us at employment@danversma.gov or (978) 777-0001 x3030 in advance to request assistance.
Salary : $1,500