Accountant

JobID:

890

Position Type:

Town of Mansfield/Accountant Date Posted:

4/13/2026

Location:

Audrey P.

Beck Municipal Building Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

TOWN OF MANSFIELD

Position Announcement Accountant The Opportunity The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut (www.mansfieldct.gov) is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated, and dynamic individual to serve as its next Accountant. This position performs professional work involving the preparation and/or maintenance of fiscal and related records, and general ledger. Duties include assisting with preparing and maintaining budget and other financial records; entering, verifying and checking data; and processing budget adjustments for multiple accounts. This position also provides support to our partner agencies (Eastern Highlands Health District, Mansfield Downtown Partnership, Mansfield Discovery Depot) and boards of education (Mansfield Board of Education, Regional School District #19). This position reports to the Budget Manager. About Us The Town of Mansfield's Finance Department is responsible for providing centralized financial management services pursuant to Town Charter and generally accepted accounting principles. The Department is part of a larger shared services model, in which the Town Department provides services for several local entities including: Town of Mansfield, Mansfield Board of Education, Regional School District No. 19, Eastern Highland Health District, Discovery Depot Daycare and the Mansfield Downtown Partnership. The Finance Department's objective is to provide efficient, courteous, and professional service to all of the organizations served. This includes accounting and bookkeeping, accounts payable, financial reporting, payroll, and treasury management. The Finance Department also provides assistance with budget preparation and monitoring for all entities. Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports and related annual independent audits are administered through Finance. We are committed to providing staff with the tools necessary to meet our customers' needs. Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in the Northeastern portion of the state, better known as Connecticut's Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Home to the University of Connecticut, Mansfield offers the unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs - www.mansfieldmdp.org), suburban, and rural living in a university setting. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield is a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town. Work Schedule & Location This position is 35 hours per week. The selected candidate will normally work four consecutive days, Mondays-Thursdays. The work location is the Audrey Beck Municipal Building, 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268. Compensation The annual salary range is $61,588 - $79,968. The hiring rate of pay will depend upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The Town of Mansfield provides an extremely competitive benefits package. Mansfield participates in the Connecticut Municipal Retirement System (CMERS), a defined pension plan, a variety of other benefits such as medical, vision, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition assistance, paid vacation and holidays. Minimum Training and Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, or related field and accounting and/or bookkeeping experience. Consideration may be given to equivalent experience, education, and training. How to Apply The position(s) is open until filled.

Candidates may apply at:

https://www.mansfieldct.gov/353/Job-Opportunities. The preferred candidate will be subject to a background and credit check. The Town of Mansfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.