Job Details
Position:
Treasurer-Finance Director
Company:
Douglass Township, Montgomery County - Gilbertsville, PA , United States
Job Description:
Douglass Township (Montgomery County)
Date Posted: July 13, 2026
Job Title: Treasurer-Finance Director
Pay: $80,000-90,000
Treasurer-Finance Director
Douglass Township (Montgomery) is seeking an experienced financial leader to serve as the appointed Treasurer and perform the financial duties of the municipality, including cash flow management, payroll, banking, investments, bill payment, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in government fund accounting, demonstrate integrity, and possess a high financial acumen. This role requires collaboration with Department Heads and Board of Supervisors to manage cash flow, purchasing, and budgets. This is a hands-on (on-site) role offering competitive pay and excellent benefits, and a great opportunity for professionals with a growth mindset.
Douglass Township
The township is located within the Boyertown School District on the western end of Montgomery County, bordering Berks County and Boyertown Borough. Governed by a three-member Board, Douglass is a growing population that is approaching 11,000 residents. The township covers 16 sq mi and has a good mix of residential and commercial properties between Gilbertsville Village, shopping centers, and surrounding subdivisions leading to an abundance of preserved farmland and public open spaces. The township is currently experiencing residential housing growth and commercial redevelopment that is anticipated to continue in the future. Total fund balances exceed $9m with a $6.3m General Fund budget for 2026. Douglass has 25 Full-Time employees, including police officers, public works, and administrative staff that is an established team providing plenty of support and continuity. More information about Douglass Township can be found at www.douglasstownship.org.
Duties
- Serve as the appointed Treasurer by the Board of Supervisors.
- Perform Cash Flow Management to ensure expenses do not exceed current or future balances.
- Collaborate with the Board and Department Heads to prepare the Annual Budget and amend as needed.
- Conduct bi-weekly Payroll utilizing a third-party vendor.
- Assist with Benefits administration, including healthcare, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Oversee the financial performance of the Pension for uniform and non-uniform employees.
- Prepare the monthly Bills List (3rd Monday of the month) and complete payment processing.
- Prepare monthly Financial Reports for the Board of Supervisors meeting (3rd Monday of the month) and any other report requested by the Board, Manager, or another government agency.
- Manage short, mid, and long-term Investments.
- Prepare documentation for the annual Audit that is conducted by a CPA firm.
- Record Journal Entries in Quickbooks.
- Manage Developer’s Escrows for professional services, invoicing and closing out accounts as needed.
- Provide financial support for Grant Administration, including depositing funds, tracking purchases, and submitting reimbursements.
- Balance funds monthly.
- Conduct Banking tasks like deposits, withdraws, and transfers.
- Assist with Contract administration.
- Assist with Insurance renewals (healthcare and liability)
- Ability to work on-site with administrative employees and Department Heads.
- Recommend, implement, and follow financial policies to formalize decision making and oversight, including internal controls to eliminate errors, omissions, and fraud.
- Maintain relationships with bankers, other professionals, agents, and vendors.
- Maintain financial records including paper and electronic.
Skills & Experience
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
- Local Government experience preferred.
- Proven track record of managing cash flow, fund accounts, and budgets.
- Must be Bonded.
- Quickbooks software experience preferred.
- Payroll and Benefits administration.
- Ability to speak publicly and make presentations to the Board and Public.
Compensation
- Competitive pay based on experience - $80,000-90,000
- Excellent Medical (Dental and Eye included) for spouse and dependents - $50 bi-weekly payroll reduction.
- PMRS Defined Benefit Plan - no employee contribution required.
- 457B Retirement Plan - voluntary participation, no employer contribution or match.
- Flexible Spending Account
- Time Off - Holidays (12), Vacation, Personal, Sick, and Bereavement.
- Professional Development - invest in gaining and growing skills.
How to Apply
If you're interested in joining a forward thinking organization with a dedicated team, please send over a Cover Letter and Resume to the Interim Manager, David Thompson at [email protected].
Contact Information
David Thompson1320 E Philadelphia Ave
PO Box 297
Gilbertsville, PA 19525-9574, United States
Phone: 610-367-6062
Fax: NA
[email protected]
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