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Senior AccountantFinancial Analyst
Job Location:
Job Location:
Frederick, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 78955 - 118433
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
1 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Responsive recruiter
At the Town of Frederick were Built on What Matters: people community and service. We are a growing and evolving community committed to delivering meaningful opportunities and elevating the experience of those we serve for years to come. Guided by our FRED values: Family Respect Empowerment and Dedication.
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst performs advance professional accounting and financial analysis in support of the Towns financial operations. This role serves as a senior accounting resource responsible for complex reconciliations financial reporting month-end and year-end coordination budget analysis forecasting audit coordination and internal control oversight. The Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst exercised a high degree of independent judgement provides technical expertise identifies process improvements and delivers financial analysis to support organizational planning and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
The duties listed herein are illustrative of the essential duties of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required or assigned.
Coordinate monthly quarterly and annual financial close activities.
Perform complex general ledger reconciliations and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
Lead preparation of audit schedules supporting documentation and coordination with external auditors.
Perform budget-to-actual analysis and identify significant variances and trends.
Develop revenue and expenditure forecasts to support budget planning and financial decision-making.
Analyze financial performance and prepare recommendations for management.
Maintain and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards Town policies and regulatory requirements.
Review and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations.
Conduct technical accounting research and recommend appropriate accounting treatment.
Assist with development and implementation of accounting policies and financial procedures.
Support annual budget development and long-range financial planning.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Provide guidance and technical assistance to accounting staff and departmental personnel.
Participate in financial system implementations upgrades and process improvement initiatives.
Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership Town Board and external agencies as assigned.
Monitor compliance with grant requirements debt reporting and other governmental financial obligations.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a closely related field.
Work Experience
Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting or financial analysis experience.
Experience with financial reporting budgeting forecasting audit coordination and general ledger accounting.
Municipal or governmental accounting experience preferred.
Certifications (preferred but not required)/Licenses
Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record.
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) training or coursework
Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or equivalent financial analysis certification
Working Conditions
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
Requires prolonged periods of sitting standing and working at a computer.
Frequent use of office equipment including computers calculators printers telephones and other business technology.
Requires visual acuity and sustained concentration to analyze financial data prepare reports and review detailed accounting records.
May occasionally lift or move files records or office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
Frequent interaction with employees department directors executive leadership external auditors financial institutions regulatory agencies vendors and the public.
Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines during month-end and year-end close budget development financial reporting and annual audit activities.
Occasional attendance at evening meetings training sessions or budget workshops may be required.
Occasional overtime or adjusted work hours may be necessary to support financial close audits budget preparation grant reporting or other time-sensitive financial activities.
Benefits and Incentives
Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance coverage
Supplemental Health Plans (accidental critical illness hospital)
Town paid Basic Life and AD&D coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits for eligible employees
Retirement plan with up to 10% employer match
Paid Time Off (PTO): 29 vacation days and 10 sick days annually
11 paid Town observed holidays 1 floating holiday
Annual training certification and tuition reimbursement opportunities
Bilingual stipend for qualifying employees
Town subsidized position related membership or affiliation dues
Free tee time at Bella Rosa Golf Course
Free membership to Carbon Valley Recreation Center
Access to the Towns gym facility
The Town of Frederick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting hiring and developing a diverse workforce. The Town does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other protected status under federal state and local law.
The Town of Frederick provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal and state law. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process please contact
Compensation: $78955.00 - $118433.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
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