Finance Director

Between $71k and $168k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in North Texas $71k - $168k Per Year Finance Director

BOWIE-CITY OF

Occupation:

Financial Managers

Location:

BOWIE, TX - 76230-4912

Positions available: 1 Job #: 16991725

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

03/18/2026

Updated:

03/21/2026

Expires:

04/24/2026

Web Site:

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Remote:

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Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 60 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Duration Permanent Employment Help for . The City of Bowie is seeking a qualified individual for the Finance Director position. The position is under the direction of the City Manager and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the City's financial accounting and general ledger reporting. The Finance Director must ensure compliance with the City's financial policies and procedures. Prepares timely month-end and year-end closing processes of financial information. Coordinates and develops quarterly and annual financial reports, in compliance with the governmental accounting and auditing and financial reporting requirements. Coordinates the annual audit, prepares the City's operating budget, prepares and reviews journal entries, prepares monthly bank reconciliations, performs or assists with payroll and accounts payable transactions, and performs any related work required. Oversee utility billing and accounts receivables. The ideal candidate will work with other city departments and department heads and coordinate with City Manager on each department's financial performance. The candidate will be responsible for supervising the finance department's staff of six trained employees. A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or business administration is preferred, but governmental accounting experience is required. A CPA designation is a big plus. A minimum of 5 years of governmental accounting experience is also required. Credentials as a certified government finance officer is also a big plus. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered. The City of Bowie offers a great work/life balance with a compressed work schedule of Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with Fridays off. This position is on site only and not remote. Salary range is $65,000 to $80,000 depending on education and experience. An application can be filled out at the city website www.cityofbowietx.com. You can also come by our office and ask for an application. A detailed resume is also required. Please direct all inquires to citymanager@cityofbowietx.com or call (940) 872-1114 ext. 130. The City of Bowie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.