Are you a strategic, detail-driven accounting professional who thrives on turning data into meaningful insights? Do you enjoy collaborating across departments and influencing big-picture financial decisions? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to the City of Keene as our next Accounting & Fund Manager.
In this key leadership role, you’ll do more than manage numbers, you’ll help guide the financial health and long-term success of City operations.
What You’ll Do
As a vital member of the City’s finance team, you’ll lead and support a wide range of accounting, budgeting, and financial management activities, including, but not limited to:
- Preparing and analyzing financial reports, including presentations for City Council
- Playing a central role in developing both annual operating and capital budgets
- Serving as the primary financial partner for assigned departments and funds
- Providing organization-wide financial analysis to support programs, services, and strategic initiatives
- Leading the annual independent audit process and coordinating across teams
- Monitoring cash flow, advising on liquidity, and supporting investment decisions
- Overseeing fixed asset accounting and reconciliation processes
- Strengthening internal controls and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and City policies
- Evaluating and improving financial systems, processes, and customer service delivery
- Supporting grant, enterprise, and special revenue fund accounting
- Managing and supporting the City’s financial software systems and cloud-based solutions
- Leading system improvements, integrations, and data management initiatives
- Training and supporting staff across departments on financial tools and best practices
- Identifying opportunities to leverage technology for efficiency and better decision-making
Our Community
Keene is a progressive city with the heart of a town, the cultural and economic hub of the Monadnock region.
Keene is an energetic community that provides services, programs, and resources for a much greater population than the residents of the city alone. Although the conveniences and attractions of large metropolitan areas are close at hand, the community maintains a solidly residential working-class character, complemented by an idyllic, rural landscape. The heart of the community is its vibrant and historic, downtown core. Keene has cultivated a lasting spirit of place, built on a foundation of the past and a clear vision of the future.
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Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or a related field, plus at least 5 years of related experience. A strong understanding of governmental accounting practices and financial operations is essential. A valid driver’s license is required.
Salary and Benefits
This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $78,789– $98,186 annually and will also receive an attractive benefits package which includes low deductible/low-cost health insurance, low-cost dental insurance, State of NH Group I retirement, and other benefits such as life insurance, disability, and paid time off. Municipal employees may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
How to Apply
Apply online at https://keenenh.gov/jobs. Please upload your resume and cover letter before submitting your completed application. Confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted and received will be sent via email.
This position will be open until it is filled, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Job Description: Accounting and Fund Manager
The City of Keene is an Equal Opportunity Employer.