Treasurer

Job Title: Treasurer

About the Role:
The Southeastern Massachusetts Regional 911 District is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Treasurer to manage and oversee the financial operations of the District. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving, investing, and disbursing all funds, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the financial operations of the District, including receiving, investing, and disbursing all funds.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive financial records on the basis of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Establish and maintain a segregated revolving fund account and other appropriate accounts for the District.
• Prepare and issue quarterly and annual financial statements to all participating communities and the Financial Advisory Subcommittee.
• Ensure the District undergoes an independent third-party audit, with results provided to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain and reconcile the District's general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, bank accounts, and other financial systems.
• Prepare year-end 1099s and W-2s and manage grant administration functions.
• Reconcile the Revolving Fund Account annually, crediting or billing participating communities as appropriate.
• Provide the Board of Directors with a list of services and rates for approval at the start of each term.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Proven experience as a Treasurer, Financial Manager, or similar role, preferably within a governmental or public safety setting.
• Thorough knowledge of G.L.c. 41 §§ 35, 52, and 109A, and familiarity with governmental accounting principles and practices.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient ability in problem solving and mathematical skills and the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards.
• Department of Revenue reporting experience preferred.
• Extensive financial software systems experience preferred.

Technology:
Requires advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. The role also necessitates proficiency with various other financial and administrative software tools and systems.

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rate or contractor fee commensurate with experience.

Special Consideration:

Candidates who are considered for employment must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation; failure to pass or refusal to participate in a background check/investigation, in whole or in part, will result in a candidate being disqualified from employment by the District.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, and working conditions associated with the position.

While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, these requirements may change over time. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The District is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The District accommodates the needs of all physically challenged or disabled people by all reasonable means in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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