Finance Coordinator

The Town of Sanbornton offers a stable, community-focused finance role that emphasizes accuracy, transparency, and collaboration. This onsite Finance Coordinator position provides a competitive hourly wage in the range of $29.05 to $36.26, plus a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to contribute across departments to strengthen budgeting, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Overview

We are seeking a careful, detail-oriented finance professional to join the Town of Sanbornton’s finance team. In this role, you will support the implementation of robust financial practices, ensure adherence to regulatory standards, and help maintain smooth financial operations across multiple departments. A proactive approach and solid financial acumen will support informed decision-making and uphold the town's commitment to transparency and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable to ensure disbursements comply with municipal, state and IRS regulations as well as the Town’s internal policies and procedures.
• Process weekly payroll, including preparation, distribution, compliance, and reporting through the town’s financial software system.
• Calculate wages, overtime and deductions to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Ensure payments and government reports are disbursed timely and accurately.
• Process new hire paperwork.
• Assist with benefits administration.
• Maintain new and existing employee personnel documents and files in accordance with applicable State laws.
• Audit documentation related to independent external contractors and issues requiring legal/IRS documentation (1099s).
• Manage the general ledger, including posting, auditing and balancing in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in the preparation of the town operating and capital budgets.
• Oversee the preparation of reports on budget control and monitor town fiscal activity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable and general ledger.
• Municipal experience preferred.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Compensation

Pay: $29.05 - $36.26 per hour

Location

Sanbornton, NH (onsite, in person)