Accounting Assistant II

Thurston County • Olympia, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant II
to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Finance team in our Business
Services division. The successful candidate will be part of a financial team
which provides outstanding customer service to utility customers and internal
staff.  The candidate should understand accounting principles, be familiar with
cash handling and internal controls, have a keen attention to detail and
maintain a positive attitude.  Ultimately, a successful Accounting Assistant II
will ensure that daily accounting functions are performed accurately and
effectively.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and one year of college level accounting courses. Additional experience may substitute for college level courses on a year-for-year basis.
• Two years of general accounting experience.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and applicable software to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

• One year of customer service experience, consisting of direct interaction with external customers.
• Capable of producing a high volume of quality work under short timeframes.
• Knowledge of the double-entry bookkeeping and governmental accounting principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of the BARS governmental accounting and recording system.
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to organize and prioritize accounting projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively to achieve a shared goal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare entries, review entries and documents prepared by others to ensure accuracy, propriety, proper account coding, adequate explanations, and other applicable information in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Perform cash handling functions in accordance with policy and ensure proper segregation of duties are imposed on all cash collections.
• Enter accounts payable including invoice review for accuracy and proper coding, journal entries and accounting corrections.
• Provide customer service to utility customers, both in person and over the phone.
• Post customer payments to utility accounts.
• Collect and process mail daily.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry.  We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED