Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant : The City of Leavenworth is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical and highly organized individual to perform skilled and routine accounting work. This position primarily maintains the general ledger, processes accounts receivable and payable, monitors cash management and investment activities, manages year-end processes and prepares for annual audit, but also performs other accounting functions as necessary.

This role is a skilled professional position which requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who takes ownership of operational tasks, thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses excellent analytical skills and fosters strong communications with both internal and external customers.

The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge of governmental accounting theory; budgetary, accounting and reporting procedures and systems; and public finance. The candidate will have excellent time management skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to use analytical reasoning and problem-solving to perform duties efficiently and accurately and maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration or closely related field; AND a minimum of three (3) years of continuous experience in accounting, finance or related field.

OR

Associate’s Degree in accounting, finance, business, or closely related field; AND a minimum of five (5) years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or related field.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience (in addition to the minimum) commensurate with requirements listed above.

Starting Salary : $58,573 – $70,000 DOQ plus excellent benefits package.

For a detailed position description or to obtain a City application go to www.leavenworthks.gov. If qualified, please submit application directly to City HR Dept.

Position is Open Until Filled with 1st review of applications December 1, 2025. EOE / AA.

Salary / Compensation : $58,573 - $70,000 per year

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