Finance Director

The Town of Hartford, Vermont is seeking qualified candidates for the key management position of Finance Director. Hartford, located in eastern Vermont on the New Hampshire border, has a population of 10,366 and is a nationally accredited (CAFR) community in the Upper Valley of the Connecticut River.) Salary negotiable based on experience and training + very competitive benefits package. Minimum qualifications include: a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting (CPA preferred) and 5 years of progressive municipal or governmental accounting experience at a supervisory level. Should also have knowledge of fund accounting, local, state and Federal laws pertaining to finance, demonstrated supervisory skills, be accomplished in budgeting, purchasing and have extensive knowledge of computers and computerized municipal or fund accounting systems. Must be organized, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Should be a team player, and able to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with employees, elected officials and the public. A combination of skills and experience demonstrating the above requirements may also be considered. Submit letter of interest and resume to the Town of Hartford, 171 Bridge Street, White River Jct., VT 05001 or email to hrieseberg@hartford-vt.org no later than June 4, 2010. The Town of Hartford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.