City Accountant - City of Shawano

The position is responsible for providing accurate and timely financial support to the Finance Director and all City departments. Principal duties include assisting with: payroll processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, audit preparations, and general accounting for all City departments.

The Accountant reports to the City’s Finance Director and plays a key role in the financial management of the city. They are responsible for precise financial analysis and record keeping that results in organized financial records, improved utilization of material and/or equipment, decreased liability, and improved public satisfaction.

A full position description can be found at www.cityofshawano.com under “Employment Opportunities”.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field strongly preferred, with a minimum of three to five years’ experience in accounting also preferred. Direct experience in municipal budgeting, utility accounting/finance, and/or municipal fund accounting/finance is desired.

• 3-5 years’ government accounting experience is preferred.
• Project accounting experience is highly desired.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered

Skills:

• Understanding of the theory, principles, practices, and methods of governmental accounting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), along with
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements and pronouncements.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of governmental fiscal reporting, accounting methods, payroll procedures, budget preparation, debt administration, and cash management.
• Ability to oversee and perform special accounting, audit processes, and complex accounting tasks.
• Ability to prepare and analyze reports, statements, and correspondence clearly and comprehensively.
• Knowledge of data processing capabilities as they apply to financial recordkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and various database programs.
• Capable of working with limited supervision and being self-motivated.
• Ability to maintain organized and complete records.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematics skills for material calculations.
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel, and the public.

Please send cover letter, resume, professional references, and salary history to Lisa Bruette, Administrative Assistant at 127 S. Sawyer, Shawano, Wisconsin 54166, or email to lbruette@cityofshawano.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with the first review date to be June 10, 2026.