Finance Officer / Treasurer

Position Overview

Company Name

Town of Vernon

Job Title

Finance Officer / Treasurer

Description

The Town of Vernon is seeking a strategic Finance Officer / Treasurer to lead the Town's financial operations and help guide long-term fiscal planning and decision-making.

This is a key leadership role with broad impact across the organization, ideal for someone who thrives in a complex, public-sector environment and wants to shape the financial future of a growing community.

This role will play a key part in modernizing financial systems and strengthening the Town's long-term fiscal sustainability.

What You'll Do

Lead all financial operations including budgeting, accounting, payroll, investments, and purchasing

Direct development and administration of the Town's annual operating and capital budgets

Oversee revenue collection, assessment operations, and financial reporting

Manage debt issuance, capital financing, and long-term fiscal strategy

Provide financial guidance to Town leadership, departments, and boards

Supervise finance staff and collaborate across departments to improve systems and processes

Prepare financial reports and analysis for the Mayor, Town Administrator, and Town Council

What We're Looking For

Strong leadership experience in municipal or public-sector finance

Deep knowledge of budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting (GAAP)

Experience with capital planning, debt management, and financial strategy

Ability to analyze complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with Town departments, boards and commissions

High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Seven (7) years of progressively responsible financial management experience

At least two (2) years of supervisory experience in a municipal or comparable environment

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Why Join the Town of Vernon?

Leadership role with direct impact on Town operations and strategy

Comprehensive benefits package and generous paid time off

Collaborative environment with engaged leadership

Opportunity to modernize financial systems and processes

Four-day work week supporting work-life balance

Salary Range

$137996.00 -$147996.00

Job City

Vernon

Job State

CT

Job Country