Accounting Assistant III

County of Thurston•Olympia, WA

4d•$4,669 - $6,210•Onsite

About The Position

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant III. The successful candidate will join the Finance and Procurement team in the Business Services division providing high quality financial and administrative services to the department. This position is responsible for providing a full range of accounting support for the Parks and Trails program, participating as a member of the Water & Sewer Utilities accounting team providing financial and customer service support to 800+ customers, and providing backup payroll support to 200+ employees. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees a county-wide bookkeeping function such as payroll, fixed assets, or accounts payable and assumes responsibility for departmental accounting records and payroll system. Processes the more complex bookkeeping transactions. Undertakes independent research projects as assigned and prepares various schedules and reports for financial statements requiring the knowledge of governmental accounting principles. Assist in testing computer accounting programs used in the work unit. Performs special projects requiring extensive research, interpretation, or auditing of statistical data.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and two years 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.
Typing and 10-key adding machine skills may be required for specified positions.
Ability to use word processing and computer equipment and programs may be required for specified positions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to organize and prioritize accounting and payroll projects with minimal supervision.
Capable of consistently meeting non-negotiable deadlines.
Proficient with excel.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and be able to facilitate financial meetings.
Commitment to work within a team to accomplish division and department goals.

Responsibilities

Oversees a county-wide bookkeeping function such as payroll, fixed assets, or accounts payable and assumes responsibility for departmental accounting records and payroll system.
Processes the more complex bookkeeping transactions.
Undertakes independent research projects as assigned and prepares various schedules and reports for financial statements requiring the knowledge of governmental accounting principles.
Assist in testing computer accounting programs used in the work unit.
Performs special projects requiring extensive research, interpretation, or auditing of statistical data.