NOWATA, OKLAHOMA
The City of Nowata is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support the City's financial operations.
We are looking for someone with strong practical accounting skills who is comfortable digging into financial records, reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, preparing accurate reports, and helping improve accounting processes.
This position may be structured as full-time or part-time depending on the experience, qualifications, and availability of the selected candidate. A flexible schedule and hybrid combination of in-office and remote work may also be available.
Interested candidates can either (1) apply online or (2) pick up and submit an application at Nowata City Hall.
The City of Nowata is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accounting Specialist Job Description - October 15th, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Perform bank, general ledger, and account reconciliations
- Research, identify, and correct accounting discrepancies
- Process accounts payable, invoices, and payments
- Maintain accurate general ledger records and prepare accounting entries
- Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules
- Prepare monthly Treasurer's Reports and financial information for City Council
- Attend one regular City Council meeting each month
- Assist the City Manager with budgeting, financial analysis, and special projects
- Assist with grant accounting, financial reporting, reimbursements, and documentation
- Assist with annual audits and prepare schedules, records, and documentation requested by auditors
- Maintain organized and accurate financial records
- Help evaluate and improve accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial processes
- Work collaboratively with other City departments to ensure accurate financial information
- Perform other related accounting and financial duties as needed
What We Are Looking For
This position requires someone who understands accounting—not simply data entry or basic clerical bookkeeping.
- Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP
- Experience with account reconciliation, general ledger activity, accounts payable, and financial reporting
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to work efficiently with financial data
- Ability to identify discrepancies and independently research and resolve accounting issues
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines
- Strong work ethic and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive financial information
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to City leadership
Previous experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, auditing, governmental accounting, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Governmental or municipal accounting experience is a plus, but is not required for a candidate with strong accounting fundamentals and the ability to learn governmental accounting requirements.
Schedule and Work Environment
The City is open to considering both full-time and part-time candidates and recognizes that experienced accounting professionals may value flexibility.
- Flexible scheduling
- Full-time or part-time hours
- A combination of in-office and remote work
Some regular in-office availability will be required. Attendance at the City's regular monthly City Council meeting is a mandatory responsibility of the position.
Apply for the Accounting Specialist Position
Interested candidates can apply either (1) online via the City of Nowata's online employment application system or (2) visit Nowata City Hall during normal hours of operation to pick-up a paper job application.
For the online application, please select "Account Specialist" for your application.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
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