Town of Woodbury
P.O. Box 10
Woodbury. VT 05681
802-456-7051

TREASURER JOB DESCRIPTION
I. Job Definition
The Town of Woodbury Treasurer is responsible for all the statutory requirements of a town treasurer, including but not limited to management of all fiscal functions in connection with maintaining the town’s accounts. The Treasurer performs administrative tasks related to collecting revenues, processing accounts payable and payroll, onboarding new employees for benefits, managing town employee benefits and tracking health insurance updates.

This position requires an individual who is detail-oriented and can work effectively with the public, other employees, elected and appointed town officials and volunteers. Must be able to organize and prioritize work effectively and adapt to changing demands. The ability to move from one task to another quickly and efficiently is vital; meeting deadlines is critical.

II. Reporting and Management Structure
The Woodbury Treasurer is an elected position with a three-year term. Between now and next March, the Treasurer will be appointed by the Select Board. The position will be up for election at Town Meeting in March, 2025. As an elected official, the Treasurer does not report to the Select Board but works alongside them.

III. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The treasurer works with the town’s departments and committees and with the public to implement the requirements of the position. Specific tasks include:
• Maintain the town’s general ledger for all funds.
• Prepare preliminary town budget and assist Select Board in finalizing the budget for voter approval.
• Assist the Select Board in development of the municipal tax rate.
• Process tax bills and mail. Print revised bills as needed due to state or lister changes in order to maintain the accuracy of the collection file.
• Collect taxes and other revenues and make timely deposits.
• Process invoices, prepare checks and warrants for Select Board approval, mail payments and maintain vendor files.
• Ensure timely payment of education taxes to the school district.
• Review and adjust town fund accounts including general fund, highway fund, cemetery commission and library funds and all other town accounts as needed to prepare for monthly account reconciliation, which will be performed by NEMRC.
• Compile timely and accurate financial reports consistent with generally accepted accounting principles for the Select Board for their bi-monthly meetings.
• Execute benefits administration, including onboarding of new town employees and maintaining accurate and complete employment and benefits records.
• Complete weekly payroll for six or more employees and various paid appointees.
• At the direction of the Select Board, complete applications for borrowing funds.
• Attend Select Board meetings and other town-related meetings as requested.
• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, local ordinances and State and Federal laws in a timely, efficient and accurate manner.
• Ensure that town financial policies and procedures are implemented.
• Attend educational seminars offered by the Vermont League of Cities and Towns (VLCT), Vermont Municipal Clerks and Treasurers Association (VMCTA) and any other organizations, as needed or directed.
• Work with elected town auditors to gather and report requested data to successfully complete the audit process annually.
• Other duties as assigned.

IV. Qualifications
Two years of government accounting or bookkeeping experience, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a combination of education and experience.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with English language fluency.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from town employees, elected officials and the public.
Command of business-related computer skills. Willingness and ability to learn new programs and to keep pace with best practices and new applications. Specific requirements include:
• Proficiency with accounting software, including but not limited to general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll. Experience with NEMRC accounting system desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs, particularly Word and Excel.
Salary commensurate with experience.
To apply email resume and cover letter to selectboard@woodburyvt.org