East Goshen Township Seeks Staff Accountant

East Goshen Township, Chester County, PA (population: 18,026), seeks a Staff Accountant. This is an

exciting opportunity for self-motivated professionals looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of

municipal finance, build their career and make an immediate and positive difference in the community.

The Staff Accountant is part of a four-person Finance Department and works alongside two other staff

accountants and reports to the Finance Director/Assistant Township Manager. The Staff Accountant’s

primary duties are as follows:

Coordinates quarterly sewer and refuse billings for approximately 6,000 accounts and annual

real estate tax billings for approximately 8,000 parcels and respond to questions or concerns

from residents.

Coordinates the Township’s on-lot sewer program

Prepares bi-weekly Treasurer’s Report for approval by the Board of Supervisors

Generates tax and sewer/refuse certifications for title companies

Maintains fixed asset worksheet and schedule

Assists Finance Director with budget preparation and special projects, as needed

Performs miscellaneous accounting duties

Serves as co-webmaster of Township webpage and sends out Township communications

through different media (e.g. Constant Contact, Facebook, etc)

This is a dynamic, fast-paced position that requires interaction with Township residents and businesses,

title and mortgage companies, and the Township’s financial software vendor.

To be considered, candidates must have a minimum of an Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s Degree

preferred), two years of experience in an accounting or financial analysis position and a positive

demeanor. Candidates must have at least intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (including MS

Excel and Word), the ability to learn a new financial software package, experience analyzing and

processing large batches of data in spreadsheets and financial software systems, and strong oral and

written communication skills. Experience with Wordpress and social media platforms is a plus.

East Goshen Township provides a competitive salary and benefit packages.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Jon Altshul by email to

jaltshul@eastgoshen.org by Thursday, May 17th at 5:00pm. Applications received without a cover letter

will not be considered.

East Goshen Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.