Accountant

King County Regional Homelessness Authority • Seattle, WA

1d • $46 - $63 • Hybrid

About The Position

The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) is a public administrative agency created by an interlocal agreement between the City of Seattle and King County. KCRHA is responsible for unifying, coordinating, and administering the funding of emergency services for people experiencing homelessness — to provide oversight and accountability. Our mission is to administer effective, performance-based homeless services to support a high-functioning homelessness crisis response system to significantly decrease the incidence of unsheltered homelessness across King County using equity and social justice principles. Crisis response includes services that support those who are not yet in permanent housing such as: Emergency shelter, Transitional Housing, Tiny Home Villages, Rapid Re-Housing, Day Centers, and Severe Weather shelter.

The Finance Division is responsible for developing strategies related to homelessness that are funded by grants. This includes overseeing organizational and grants compliance for KCRHA, which involves managing budgets, accounting, contracts, compliance, and risk management. The Finance Division works closely with all divisions within KCRHA, including the Office of the CEO, to ensure alignment with the organization's overall strategy and goals. This division plays a crucial role in supporting KCRHA's mission to deliver high-quality, customer-centered services to members of the Seattle/King County community.

The Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with governmental accounting standards and regulations, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing strategic financial guidance to management. This position is primarily responsible for the daily operations of the accounting unit, the general ledger, financial analysis, accounting practices, and financial and accountability audit functions. The work of the accounting team is in support of the mission to significantly decrease the incidence of homelessness throughout King County, according to equity and social justice principles.

Requirements

• Fluency in equity and racial justice concepts and language, understanding their privilege and power, and can bring equity impact analysis to life in the context of their tasks.
• 3+ years of experience working in accounting within a governmental entity or large federally funded non-profit organization and supervising the work of others.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting reconciliation: gathering data, comparing records, identifying and resolving variances, investigating discrepancies.
• 2+ years of experience in processing Payroll including timesheets, identifying federal/state requirements and generating reports.
• Fund Accounting and fiscal grants management of federal and non-federal funds.
• Experience and knowledge in GASB financial reporting and BARS Manual.
• Familiarity with agencies, regulations, requirements, and procedures related to the provision and funding of homeless services in King County, including the HUD CoC program, ESG, CDBG, CARES Act, and CLFR, among others.
• Applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures procurement and/or administration of contracts, grants, leases, loans, or similar agreements.
• 2 CFR Part 200, and General Ledger management and maintenance.
• Strong quantitative data and financial analysis skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with government and community stakeholders in King County
• Valid Washington State Driver's License
• Ability to travel up to 10%, in state and out-of-state
• A high level of customer service orientation and attention to detail
• Ability to provide and accept feedback
• Ability to work in and across several communication platforms, including social networks and cloud-based systems
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in various computer software programs, especially those in the Microsoft Office series (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Project, etc.)
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare, examine, and analyze financial reports and statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with government accounting standards and regulations.
• Budget Analysis: Assist in the development, monitoring, and analysis of budgets for government departments and programs. Identify variances, trends, and potential financial risks to facilitate informed decision-making by management.
• Account Reconciliation: Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner. Verify the accuracy of transactions and maintain proper documentation for audit purposes.
• Compliance Management: Stay updated on relevant governmental regulations, accounting standards, and fiscal policies. Ensure adherence to legal requirements and internal controls to safeguard public funds and maintain transparency.
• Financial Planning: Collaborate with departmental managers to forecast financial needs, allocate resources efficiently, and optimize budget utilization. Provide recommendations for cost-saving measures and revenue enhancement strategies.
• Audit Support: Assist in internal and external audits by providing and reviewing financial data, supporting documentation, and explanations as required. Implement audit recommendations to strengthen financial processes and internal controls. Participate in provider desk reviews and on-site audits.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis and performance evaluations to assess the effectiveness of government programs and initiatives. Identify areas for improvement and contribute to the development of strategic financial plans.
• Risk Management: Identify potential financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively. Monitor financial activities for signs of fraud, waste, or abuse, and take appropriate actions to address any issues.
• Payroll: Calculate and process employee wages, bonuses, and deductions accurately and on time, including but not limited to: Maintain and update employee payroll records, including timekeeping, attendance, and leave balances. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, including tax withholdings and labor laws. Generate payroll-related reports for management and audits, including tax filings and employee earnings statements. Address employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and deductions, providing clear and accurate information. Maintain Washington Department of Retirement Services (DRS) reporting. Work closely with HR to implement payroll policies and resolve discrepancies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Insurance: Group Term Life, Additional Employee + Dependent Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage.
• Retirement: Pension and Deferred Compensations Plan for eligible employees.
• Paid Time Off: Unlimited vacation, 96 hours of paid sick and safe leave, 12 official holidays, and 2 personal holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.
• Commuter Benefit: Subsidized ORCA card.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed