Lead Accountant- Finance

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, with substantial coursework in accounting.
• Five years of Accounting experience. Governmental or non-profit accounting
  experience highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, fund accounting, internal controls, and governmental financial reporting.
• At least one year of experience leading accounting assignments, reviewing the work of others, training staff, or coordinating major accounting processes.
• A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) certification
• Experience preparing or contributing to an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Prior experience in a municipal finance office of comparable size and complexity

$89,270 - $102,660 Depending on Qualifications

Along with competitive salaries, the City of Bowie offers a robust array of employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; short- and long-term disability programs; and a 401(k) with employer match, and optional 457 retirement savings plans.

November 13, 2026