The City of Bowie is seeking an experienced professional to join our Finance Department team in the position of Lead Accountant. In this role the successful applicant will perform complex/specialized accounting work, coordinate projects with other City departments as well as analyze budgetary, statistical, accounting, and departmental data.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, with substantial coursework in accounting.
• Five years of Accounting 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.

PREFERRED 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

SALARY: $89,270 - $102,660 Depending on Qualifications.

BENEFITS: 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.

HOW TO APPLY: Please visit the City’s website at: www.cityofbowie.org and click on the employment link. All applicants MUST submit a completed City of Bowie employment application in order to be considered for this opportunity.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 13, 2026

A proud Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Bowie is committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected. This commitment is a vital part of the City’s organizational culture and values.