Finance Director - Town of Hermon

Start Date: September 27, 2024 | End Date: October 11, 2024
County: Penobscot County
Job Type: Finance

Full Time – Exempt Position

The Town of Hermon is now accepting applications for an immediate full-time opening for a dynamic individual who possesses the desired credentials and experience to fill our Finance Director Position.

Under the general direction of the Town Manager and Assistant Town Manager, the Finance Director, along with the Finance Clerk, will be responsible for planning, directing, controlling, and reporting on the Town’s financials, accounting functions, and operations. Ensures the financial and operational stability and success of the municipality, with fiduciary responsibility over all financial assets; interprets and administers federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies relevant to municipal financial management.

The individual must be self-motivated, resourceful, collaborative, organized, possess diverse knowledge of the accounting process as well as experience in governmental accounting, budgeting, and fund management.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following:

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Management and/or equivalent combination of experience

Prior Municipal Government Experience

Prior Supervisory Experience

Working Knowledge of TRIO software (preferred)

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, and resume to Town Manager, Stephen Fields at sfields@hermonmaine.gov reference Finance Director.  Position will close on Friday, October 11, 2024, 4pm and will remain open until filled.

The Town of Hermon offers a competitive and comprehensive benefit package, health insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time.