Town Treasurer and Tax Collector

The Town of Needham, Massachusetts, is seeking a highly qualified professional to serve as Town Treasurer and Tax Collector. This full-time position reports to the Assistant Director of Finance and works as part of the municipal Finance team, including the divisions of Treasurer/Collector, Accounting, Assessing, Purchasing, and Finance. This position serves as custodian of the financial assets of the town with a specific focus on general fund cash management, stabilization funds, trust funds, enterprise funds and investments, borrowing and debt management, tax titles, and collection of all taxes due to the town. The ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal skills, a high degree of organization, and timely task management.

The Town of Needham has had a bond rating of AAA, assigned by Standard & Poor’s, since 2000. The FY2024 annual revenue was over $260 million, including general fund, two enterprise funds, and the Community Preservation funds.

These duties are a general summary and not all inclusive:

• Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Finance and in accordance with State statutes and Town by-laws, plan, control, and direct the functions of the Treasurer and Tax Collector's Office, including the billing, collecting, and depositing of receipts; cash and investment management; and the sale of short and long-term borrowing. 
• As a member of the municipal finance team, participate in planning and coordination of Town-wide financial operations.
• Receive, disburse, and account for all Town funds, utilizing automated systems; and ensure that adequate funds are available from Town accounts for the timely payment of Town obligations. 
• Responsible for the issuance, collection, receipt, and accounting of all committed taxes, betterments, utility charges, and other receivables. The office certifies municipal liens and counts and records parking meter receipts. 
• Oversees an office of 5.0 FTEs. Plan overall departmental activities and develop and recommend policies and procedures in areas of responsibility; interview, select, orient, train, and schedule assigned staff; and evaluate performance and recommend personnel actions. 
• Respond to Town resident inquiries, with a “customer service” attitude.
• Use of outstanding diplomatic skills in dealing with the task of collecting delinquencies.
• Position necessitates extensive knowledge of banking regulations.
• Supports the borrowing decisions made by the Deputy Town Manager/Director of Finance. 
• Serves on relevant boards and committees as assigned, including the Property Tax Relief Committee and the Trust Fund Committee.
• Serves as Treasurer of Needham Contributory Retirement Board. 
• Perform other related duties as required by statue or as directed.

• This position will play a vital role in the upcoming conversion to new financial ERP software.

The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job:

• Completion of four-year college degree in Public Administration, Finance, Administration, or a related field
• Seven (7) years of related experience including three (3) years of supervisory experience
• Attainment of a Massachusetts Certified Treasurer/Collector is desirable
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to be bonded
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and possess a tactful approach in customer service

Please upload your cover letter and resume by clicking "Apply."

Submissions will be accepted on a rolling basis. Vacancy will remain posted until a suitable candidate is found.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at tswanson@needhamma.gov. 

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