Assistant Town Accountant

Do you love working with numbers and details and have strong analytical skills? Do you enjoy a varied workload? If you answered Yes, we have the job for you!

The Town of Brewster is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Town Accountant. This position performs accounting and administrative work in assisting with the maintenance and processing of all Town financial records, accounts, transactions, and reports.

Under the general direction of the Finance Director the Assistant Town Account will monitor expenditures of town funds, examine town and school bills and payrolls for appropriateness, accuracy, and availability of funds before payment. Process weekly payroll and accounts payable warrants. Responsible for posting accounts payable and payroll warrants, cash receipts, and monthly journal entries into the General Ledger. Assists the Finance Director in the preparation of monthly reconciliations of cash and receivables, and required local, state, and federal reports.

Associate’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field, and a minimum of 3 years of accounting or business experience, municipal experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Munis software experience a plus. The ideal candidate is a team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Interested? See the Town of Brewster website for the full job description and more information on the skills and abilities needed to be a successful candidate.

This is a full-time 37.5 hour a week position covered under the Town’s OPEIU Union Agreement, with a starting pay range of $33.29 - $37.47 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits package includes paid time off, health insurance, and pension. Please send cover letter, resume, and Town employment application in one PDF to Susan Broderick, Human Resources Director. Position open until filled with a priority deadline for review of 8/24/26 with interviews anticipated in early September, and a start date of late September.

EOE/AA.

Municipal Government