Town Auditor Position
The Town of Guilford is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Town Auditor.
According to the Vermont statutes, the elected auditors must meet, at least 25 days before the town’s annual meeting, to examine and adjust the accounts of all town officers and all other persons authorized by law to draw orders on the town treasurer, and the auditors must report their findings in writing and cause the same to be mailed or otherwise distributed to the legal voters of the town at least ten days before the annual meeting.
Elected auditors: The elected auditors must prepare and publish an audit report that reviews the accounts of the town treasurer, selectboard, tax collector, and other town officials who submit bills for expenses to the town for payment on a monthly or annual basis. Their meeting(s) must be noticed by posting or publication at least 10 days in advance.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Gather information.
- Gain an understanding of the system (the accounting procedures and controls being used in the town)
- Gain knowledge of all fund accounts and how the funds are being allocated and distributed.
- Evaluate the system.
- Test the system.
- Prepare an audit report.
Knowledge skills and abilities:
Knowledge of finance/accounting software. Considerable skill level in analytical and critical thinking, researching, prioritizing and time management. Ability to review, assess, analyze, and document business processes; manage multiple tasks; and the ability to review and assess risks.
Ideal background and training:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration,
- At least one year of internal auditing experience in either government, non-profit, or private industry
Letters of interest and resumes may be emailed to townadmin@guilfordvt.gov
Application deadline May 30, 2024.
Position description provided by Guilford’s Elected Auditors.