Finance Associate

Posted: 10/12/2025

The Patricia A. Hannaford Career Center is seeking a Finance Associate to support the Business Manager and the school’s financial operations. This position offers broad exposure to school district finance – including accounts payable, payroll, budgeting, audit functions – and is well-suited for professionals who want the opportunity to develop their accounting skills and to build a career in education finance.

COMPENSATION: $55,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience, plus a competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance, and generous paid time off).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee accounts payable, purchase orders, and biweekly check runs
  • Support payroll processing and benefits administration projects
  • Manage bank deposits and bank account reconciliations
  • Assist in preparation of monthly and annual financial reports
  • Maintain accounting and budgeting software for all school funds
  • Support annual audit and budget development processes
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and confidentiality requirements
  • Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, vendors, and other key stakeholders
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee, student, and financial information
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and 2-5 years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of fund accounting and GAAP fundamentals preferred
  • Familiarity with accounting software required (Tyler Technologies highly preferred)
  • Strong computer skills (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in deadline-driven environment
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three letters of reference via SchoolSpring, or mail/email to: Executive Assistant, Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Avenue, Middlebury, VT 05753; sthurber@pahcc.org.

Fingerprinting and Criminal Background and Child Abuse/Neglect Registry checks are required.
Equal opportunity employer.

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Status: Full time