The Brookfield Town Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining the town’s financial records, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, and providing financial reports to town departments and the public. They oversee all financial transactions, from recording receipts and expenditures to processing payroll and preparing financial statements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining financial records: Keeping detailed records of all receipts, expenditures, assessments, and abatements of taxes in accordance with state law and local regulations.
• Processing payments: Approving and processing departmental requests for payment of goods, services, and payroll.
• Preparing financial reports: Generating reports for town departments, the public, and state agencies.
• Budgetary oversight: Assisting town officials in preparing budgets and setting tax rates.
• Ensuring compliance: Adhering to state and federal financial reporting requirements.
• Auditing: Reviewing financial records and processes for accuracy and compliance.
• Working with other financial officials: Collaborating with the Treasurer/Collector and Assessors on financial matters.