Accountant

Position Duties

• ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following: Be the primary financial accountant support to the department’s divisions by performing accounts payable functions, vendor invoices for payment, reviewing and preparing procurement requests, processing employee expense claims and payment vouchers, and support payroll processing. Organize track, code, maintain, and document data sources, (i.e., financial, accounting or fiscal records). Track and monitor payables to ensure timely payment, follow up as needed. Run queries and other reports to monitor pay outcomes. Assist division support staff by providing guidance and training and monitor the quality and completion of distributed finance related work. Identify priority and/or time-sensitive matters; and maintain security and confidentiality. Assist with problem solving, troubleshooting issues with vendors, clients, other King County departments or internal divisions as needed. Gather, compile, and prepare financial data, statements, reports. Review reports and documents for compliance with state and federal regulations, contractual agreements, and policies and procedures. Respond to and resolve customer service inquires that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and expertise in assigned area. Serve as a technical resource for payables related activities which includes but is not limited to: Obtaining and maintaining general level proficiency in the use of the Oracle Financial system and other software applications as appropriate. Obtaining and maintaining general knowledge of accounting requirements. Providing support to audit functions as needed. Performing a variety of accounting tasks such as data entry into customized systems enterprise systems (EBS), providing information for the budgeting process, preparing year-end accruals, and interacting with customers and vendors to resolve complaints and concerns. *The Department reserves the right to update, change and assign additional duties in support of DPD’s mission.*

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES include but are not limited to the following

• Be the primary financial accountant support to the department’s divisions by performing accounts payable functions, vendor invoices for payment, reviewing and preparing procurement requests, processing employee expense claims and payment vouchers, and support payroll processing.
• Organize track, code, maintain, and document data sources, (i.e., financial, accounting or fiscal records). Track and monitor payables to ensure timely payment, follow up as needed.
• Run queries and other reports to monitor pay outcomes.
• Assist division support staff by providing guidance and training and monitor the quality and completion of distributed finance related work.
• Identify priority and/or time-sensitive matters; and maintain security and confidentiality.
• Assist with problem solving, troubleshooting issues with vendors, clients, other King County departments or internal divisions as needed.
• Gather, compile, and prepare financial data, statements, reports.
• Review reports and documents for compliance with state and federal regulations, contractual agreements, and policies and procedures.
• Respond to and resolve customer service inquires that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and expertise in assigned area.
• Serve as a technical resource for payables related activities which includes but is not limited to: Obtaining and maintaining general level proficiency in the use of the Oracle Financial system and other software applications as appropriate. Obtaining and maintaining general knowledge of accounting requirements. Providing support to audit functions as needed. Performing a variety of accounting tasks such as data entry into customized systems enterprise systems (EBS), providing information for the budgeting process, preparing year-end accruals, and interacting with customers and vendors to resolve complaints and concerns.
• Obtaining and maintaining general level proficiency in the use of the Oracle Financial system and other software applications as appropriate.
• Obtaining and maintaining general knowledge of accounting requirements.
• Providing support to audit functions as needed.
• Performing a variety of accounting tasks such as data entry into customized systems enterprise systems (EBS), providing information for the budgeting process, preparing year-end accruals, and interacting with customers and vendors to resolve complaints and concerns.
• *The Department reserves the right to update, change and assign additional duties in support of DPD’s mission.*

Minimum Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: One year of experience in payroll processing, accounts payable, and account reconciliation, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner. PeopleSoft and Oracle EBS Financial System experience is extremely important, as well as advanced problem-solving skills. Knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure that accounting statements are accurate, reliable, and useful to those making decisions. Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) to ensure the consistency, and verifiability of financial audits. Evaluation and recommending internal controls to track achievement of reporting reliability, efficiency of operations, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other software applications. Ability to: Interpret collective bargaining agreements, policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Provide clear information and directions to technical and non-technical staff to ensure instructions are understood. Provide effective and quality customer service. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the ability to understand and execute complex verbal and written instructions. Effectively and positively working within a team environment, and ability to maintain professionalism in all situations. Organize, prioritize, and manage a demanding workload, while consistently meeting short deadlines in a high-pressure environment with minimal supervision. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel matters, and accurately maintain filing systems, and complete filing in a timely manner. Take initiative and accountability in work products and service, and the ability to follow-through on issues to completion. Be punctuality and dependable in daily attendance. Desired Qualifications: A CPA designation. Demonstrated working experience in a law firm, preferably public defense. Demonstrated working experience in a unionized environment.

Required Qualifications

• One year of experience in payroll processing, accounts payable, and account reconciliation, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• The ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner.
• PeopleSoft and Oracle EBS Financial System experience is extremely important, as well as advanced problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of

Other Qualifications

• King County offers great benefits, to include a pension plan, holidays, transit pass, plus training and education opportunities to promote growth and development. Our focus is to provide our employees with work life balance. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. This opportunity is open to all applicants. To be considered for this role submit the following items: Completed King County application. A current/chronological resume. Cover letter detailing your background and what you can bring to the Department of Public Defense. This recruitment may be used to fil l a Term-limited-Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Accountant position, an d to establish an eligibility list for vacancies that may occur within the next six months. This Term-Limited Temporary and Special Duty Assignment may last up to 12 months and may be extended or end early based on business needs. Note: Special Duty opportunities are only open to current King County career service employees that have completed their initial probation. Special Duty applicants must have approval from their current supervisor to accept an assignment. Pay Upon Special Duty Placement: current employees selected for special duty will be compensated based upon the provisions of the King County Code/Personnel Guidelines for their base position. The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, references, a personnel file review going back the last three (3) years, and if applicable a background check. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience and attach the required documents to your application. WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION The Finance team works in a hybrid model, with an onsite minimum of three (3) days per week. During the probationary period, employees are required to work onsite four (4) days per week. The ratio of telecommuting to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location for this position is the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. The typical workweek is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime. Rotations of work location and practice area and/or workflow are an essential function and can occur based on business need. You may be required to report to any of our Seattle and/or Kent locations. DPD Policies Outside Work Policy for Administrative Staff will apply to employees, such that you must receive approval from your supervisor and Managing Attorney before being permitted to engage in outside employment for compensation or volunteer. Union Membership This position is not represented by a union. Application Process If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Peter Ocholla at pocholla@kingcounty.gov . King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us. King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here . King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
• King County offers great benefits, to include a pension plan, holidays, transit pass, plus training and education opportunities to promote growth and development. Our focus is to provide our employees with work life balance.
• Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. This opportunity is open to all applicants.
• To be considered for this role submit the following items:
• Completed King County application.
• A current/chronological resume.
• Cover letter detailing your background and what you can bring to the Department of Public Defense.
• This recruitment may be used to fil l a Term-limited-Temporary or Special Duty Assignment Accountant position, an d to establish an eligibility list for vacancies that may occur within the next six months. This Term-Limited Temporary and Special Duty Assignment may last up to 12 months and may be extended or end early based on business needs.
• Note: Special Duty opportunities are only open to current King County career service employees that have completed their initial probation. Special Duty applicants must have approval from their current supervisor to accept an assignment.
• Pay Upon Special Duty Placement: current employees selected for special duty will be compensated based upon the provisions of the King County Code/Personnel Guidelines for their base position.
• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, references, a personnel file review going back the last three (3) years, and if applicable a background check. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience and attach the required documents to your application. WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION The Finance team works in a hybrid model, with an onsite minimum of three (3) days per week. During the probationary period, employees are required to work onsite four (4) days per week. The ratio of telecommuting to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location for this position is the Dexter Horton Building, 710 Second Avenue, Seattle.
• Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
• King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
• The typical workweek is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime.
• Rotations of work location and practice area and/or workflow are an essential function and can occur based on business need. You may be required to report to any of our Seattle and/or Kent locations.
• DPD Policies Outside Work Policy for Administrative Staff will apply to employees, such that you must receive approval from your supervisor and Managing Attorney before being permitted to engage in outside employment for compensation or volunteer.
• Application Process
• If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.
• If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Peter Ocholla at pocholla@kingcounty.gov .
• King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.
• King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here .
• King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
• No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.
• Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

Benefits

• King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs: Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page . This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass. For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs
• Training and career development programs

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