Borough Treasurer

Borough of Mechanicsburg•Mechanicsburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Borough Treasurer is the chief fiscal officer of the Borough of Mechanicsburg and is responsible for the receipt, custody, investment, and disbursement of all Borough funds in accordance with the Pennsylvania Borough Code, applicable laws, ordinances, resolutions, and generally accepted governmental accounting standards. The Treasurer ensures accurate financial records, safeguards public funds, and provides transparent financial reporting to Borough Council and Borough administration.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Pennsylvania Borough Code and municipal financial practices
Proficiency in governmental accounting systems, financial software (Edmonds), and Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, organizational, and recordkeeping skills
Ability to interpret and apply laws, ordinances, resolutions, and financial policies
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, or a related field preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or municipal finance preferred

Responsibilities

Receives, deposits, and accounts for all monies belonging to the Borough, including taxes, fees, permits, grants, fines, and other revenues.
Maintains custody of Borough funds and ensures that all deposits are made in authorized depositories in compliance with applicable law and Borough policy.
Disburses Borough funds only upon proper authorization and approval by Borough Council or as otherwise permitted by law.
Processes payroll, vendor payments, debt service, and other authorized expenditures while ensuring compliance with adopted budgets, resolutions, and purchasing policies.
Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date financial records of all receipts and expenditures.
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for Borough Council, including statements of revenues, expenditures, fund balances, and cash position.
Assists in the preparation of the annual budget, financial forecasts, and long-range financial planning documents.
Coordinates and assists with annual audits, reviews, and examinations conducted by independent auditors and governmental agencies.
Provides requested documentation and ensures timely resolution of audit findings or recommendations.
Oversees investment of Borough funds in accordance with the Pennsylvania Borough Code, Act 72, Act 15, and any Borough-adopted investment policy.
Monitors cash flow, interest earnings, and ensures the security and liquidity of public funds.
Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations, including but not limited to reporting requirements, tax filings, pension contributions, and grant financial reporting.
Supervises or coordinates with finance department staff, tax collectors, payroll providers, and other third-party financial service providers as assigned.
Performs additional duties as required by Borough ordinance, resolution, policy, or as assigned by Borough Manager or the Borough Council.