Finance Administrator

The Town of Hampstead is seeking qualified candidates to join our team as a Finance Administrator. Established in 1888, Hampstead is a historic, family‑oriented community in northeastern Carroll County with friendly neighborhoods and thriving small businesses. Our workplace culture is collaborative, supportive, and team‑focused, with paid training and professional development opportunities.

• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on financial and accounting experience, including increasing levels of responsibility.
• Experience with payroll processing and accounts payable/receivable
• Knowledge of budgeting, audits, and regulatory compliance
• High attention to detail and strong reconciliation skills
• Proficiency with accounting and payroll software systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Serve as primary financial officer for Town operations
• Process bi‑weekly and quarterly payroll including timesheet verification, leave reconciliation, tax reporting, and coordination with the payroll provider.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, check disbursements, bank deposits and reconciliations.
• Perform journal entries, month‑end procedures, and financial reporting.
• Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Coordinate annual budget preparation and presentation reports
• Manage fiscal year‑end audits including workers’ compensation and compliance reviews
• Oversee quarterly utility billing and billing adjustments, tax collections, and business licensing coordination.
• Assist with property settlement billing and business personal property tax collection

Starting Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 (based on experience)

• 457(b) Retirement Plan with Town contribution match
• Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability & Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Personal & Sick Leave

Applications are available online at www.hampsteadmd.gov (under Forms) or at the Town Office.

Alternatively, Indeed @ Finance Administrator – Hampstead, MD 21074 –

Completed applications may be submitted by mail, email, or fax to:

Judy Rang, SHRM-CP
Director of Human Resources

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