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Membership
It is time to renew your VTGFOA Membership for Fiscal Year 2026
VTGFOA is dedicated to enhancing and promoting the professional management of governments within the State for the public's benefit. Through VTGFOA membership, individuals responsible for government fiscal policy and management enhance their technical skills, broaden their knowledge and collaborate with colleagues. VTGFOA offers services and programs in all functional areas of government financial management. Read more >> NoticesEmployment Opportunities
The Town of Stowe is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Finance Department. This position supports all Town financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and budget preparation. The Senior Accountant assists with month-end and year-end closing, participates in the annual audit, and ensures compliance with GASB, GAAP, and Town financial policies. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, and have at least five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably in government. A master’s degree or CPA certification is a plus. Strong computer skills and proficiency in Excel are required; experience with NEMRC municipal software is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate attention to detail, analytical ability, and excellent communication skills. This is an in-person position. The salary range is $65,000 to $80,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. The Town of Stowe offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance with a low employee premium share, generous paid leave, and participation in the VMERS B defined benefit pension plan. For more information and to apply, visit stowevt.gov/jobs. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. The application deadline is November 21, 2025. The position is expected to begin January 5, 2026. The Town of Barre is seeking its next Director of Finance. This position oversees all Town financial operations including budgeting, accounting, financial planning, reporting, and asset management. The Director of Finance assists the Town Manager with annual operating and capital budgets, manages municipal investments and debt, ensures regulatory compliance, coordinates the annual audit, and supervises Finance Department staff. The salary range is $75,000 to $90,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. The Town of Barre offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance, a VMERS defined benefit retirement plan, and generous paid leave. For more details and to apply, please review the full job description. Interested individuals may obtain an application at the Town Manager’s Office in the Municipal Building at 149 Websterville Road; by calling (802) 479-9331; at barretown.org. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on October 27, 2025. The Town of Essex is seeking its next Assistant Finance Director. This position supports the Finance Director in administering all Town finance department activities including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing and payroll processing. The Assistant Finance Director proposes and coordinates the implementation of new financial policies and procedures and provides instruction, support and shared supervision to 2 Full-Time employees in the Finance Department. The salary range is $66,000 to $82,500 per year with the actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, non-union, exempt position . The Town of Essex offers a competitive benefits package to include: generous vacation and sick accruals, VMERS C Retirement Plan, MVP Health Insurance, health savings accounts, employer-paid Dental and Vision insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, and optional Missionsquare 457 and Roth IRA Retirement plans. For more details and to apply, visit the Town of Essex website. Green Mountain Transit (GMT) is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff Accountant to join their Finance Department in Burlington, VT. This role supports GMT's financial operations through tasks such as payroll processing, accounts receivable management, and financial reporting. Candidates should have an Associate degree in Accounting or a related field (Bachelor’s preferred) and at least two years of accounting experience. The starting salary ranges from $55,000 to $75,000, depending on experience. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, retirement plan contributions, wellness discounts, and tuition reimbursement. For more details and to apply, visit the GMT website. The Town of Randolph is seeking a collaborative and experienced government finance professional to serve as the Finance Director. The position is full-time, with a salary range between $80,000 and $92,500 and a full suite of benefits (pension, health insurance, dental and vision, and more). The role is a vital one for the organization, with a hand in payroll, benefits administration, budgeting, annual audits, policy-making, and many other topics. The individual must be adaptable and team-oriented, be willing to roll up their sleeves for direct service provision, and able to communicate clearly and effectively. The ability to deploy a long-term, strategic perspective while taking care of more immediate tasks is also valuable. Minimum qualifications include, but may not be limited to, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (business, public administration, accounting, economics, for example) with 2 to 5 years of experience in a management role. Experience with local government, particularly in Vermont, is strongly preferred. To view the job description, please visit the Town of Randolph’s website. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Executive Assistant Judith Powell. This position is open until filled. Request for Proposals Check back for RFPs. 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November 19th, 2025 Alumni Hall, 20 Auditorium Hill, Barre, VT 05641 AGENDA 8:30 AM Check In & Light Breakfast 8:55 AM Welcome 9:00 AM Grant Compliance and Subrecipient Monitoring Reporting 10:15 AM Break 10:30 AM Best Practices in Treasury Management 11:45 AM Lunch 1:00 PM Gamifying Internal Controls 2:15 PM Safe Journey Home! Other Events
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