Accounting Assistant IV

Franklin County•Franklin County Courthouse Campus - Pasco WA, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant IV performs a variety of intermediate level administrative and professional accounting assignments to prepare, maintain and post complex financial data into the general ledger and other financial records according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and established department and County policies, procedures, and in compliance with applicable regulations. This position is responsible for, or assists with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting, along with providing support and training to other Accounting Department functions.

Requirements

Proficient working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting and auditing practices and procedures as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and Washington State Budgeting, Reporting and Accounting System (BARS) for accounting principles, procedures, account coding and financial reporting.
Proficient knowledge of payroll practices, terminology, and elements relating to payroll and confidentiality relating to HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).
Proficient knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques and related to tools, equipment, and technology as they relate to area(s) of assignment according to current department and County practices.
Proficient skills in troubleshooting and resolving issues or problems by analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, interpreting compliance documentation, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
General time management and mental and physical organization skills that support the ability to focus, have clarity, and use strategy to fulfill a variety of tasks successfully.
General knowledge of general software configuration, workflow, and security protocols.
Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, the internet for research, and the ability to learn and develop proficient skills in the current County-wide financial software.
Ability to compute gross pay, overtime, comp time, medical aid hours, and other payroll deductions.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive and/or confidential information.
Ability and willingness to establish and maintain communication and working relationships with peers, representatives from other agencies, vendors, public officials, and the general public using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
Ability to effectively present information, findings, proposals, training, or other information to a variety of audiences by clearly articulating, engaging the audience, assessing the needs of the audience, and using appropriate materials to help audience understand the message.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field.
Three years of progressively responsible bookkeeping and general accounting experience including general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation.
Experience with accounts payable, purchase orders, and encumbrance systems.
Any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

Governmental accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Provides training and support to payroll and accounts payable personnel and processes including the creation of payroll schedule, auditing open enrollment and benefit entry, filing and organizing.
Assists with gathering information on organizational processes, structures, policies, procedures, and technology to assist with the configuration and testing of financial software modules to validate data from the financial system.
Assists in the preparation of routine and ad-hoc detailed and complex budget analysis, financial reports and statements.
Assists Accounting Supervisor and Director of Finance on special projects as requested.
Manages the vendor database, verifying new vendor requests, setting up and updating vendors, and maintaining files.
Prepares and distributes annual tax forms, including W-2, W-3, 1094-C and 1095-C forms, and uploads into the Social Security Administration’s online portal.
Assists in audits from State Auditor’s Office and other outside agencies to provide information and resolve audit issues.
Pursues self-development and continuing personal development of skills and knowledge by attending ongoing educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.