Finance & HR Administrator

The Town of Fremont (population 5,000) is seeking a qualified applicant to fill a newly created position of Finance & HR Administrator.  This is a highly responsible professional position with varied and complex administrative and accounting duties.  The Finance/HR Admin reports to and works closely with the Town Administrator.  Position requires the ability to exercise mature judgment and the ability to apply knowledge of GAAP, GASB, Federal and State regulations and Town Ordinances and Policies as they pertain to local government accounting and financial reporting.  Experience with QuickBooks Software is highly desirable with ability to adapt to updated accounting/PR systems.

The selected individual will be responsible for:

• Oversight of the financial operations and reporting, tax reporting, payroll, payables, and receivables.
• Preparing cash-flow analyses; bidding, purchasing and other financial policy development 
• Meeting all State and Federal reporting requirements as well as all financial reporting for Town funds, financial activities, and grants.

The Finance/HR Admin will work with the Select Board and TA in the preparation of the annual Town budget ($4.5M); maintaining budget-to-actual accounting system; budget assessment and analysis; and will coordinate the annual audit.  Candidate should be detail-oriented, possess strong communication abilities, and demonstrate a proactive approach to staying current with municipal laws and procedures.

Some evening meetings are required for this salaried, exempt position with a salary not to exceed $70,000 to start.  Flex-time scheduling is possible.  The Town of Fremont has an excellent benefits package, longevity program and a small, close-knit working environment. 

Please reference the job description for additional details.  The successful candidate will join a committed staff of public servants and enjoy a team-oriented and respectful environment focused on delivering quality local government services and continuous improvement.  

Minimum qualifications:  The successful candidate possesses a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with preferred major study in accounting, business administration, or related field with at least 2-3 years of progressively-responsible experience in NH municipal government finance, accounting and audit work desired, along with supervisory experience.  A combination of education and experience demonstrating possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered. Demonstrated knowledge of integrated computer accounting systems and general ledger maintenance and analysis and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software required.  Experience with NH DRA reporting portals required. 

The Town of Fremont is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Contact Town Administrator Heidi Carlson with questions or for more information.  Resume review will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the right candidate is found.  Please submit resumes by email to hcarlson@fremont.nh.gov or by mail to PO Box 120, Fremont NH 03044-0120.