Accounting Coordinator (Part Time Temporary)

Island County • Coupeville Campus, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Employee in this position is responsible for performing certain accounts payable, auditing, processing, and coordinating invoice payments for departmental funds, including computer data entry for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and special reports. Employee in this position are responsible for accounting functions as determined by the department. Tasks include but are not limited to secretarial, accounts payable and receivable and payroll functions, as well as archival accounting research, and interpretation of a variety of accounting reports and maintenance of a computer database. Position is .5 FTE - approximately 20 hours per week.

Requirements

• Familiarity with tools, instruments, equipment techniques, computers and software commonly used in the performance of related tasks.
• Maintains a high standard of accuracy, completeness, and efficiency in the preparation of reports.
• Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, and relate to various personality styles in a professional manner.
• Effectively communicates with others for purposes of gathering and relating information.
• Understands the need for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Independent and self motivated to complete required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks.
• Understanding of the Washington State Bars Accounting and Reporting System (BARS).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in bookkeeping and/or general office work.
• Ability to successfully complete various required training classes and to obtain certificates necessary for functional skills performance, maintenance, and improvement.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Island County does not provide visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices for payment and maintain voucher files on a regular basis verifying accuracy, signatures, and documentation.
• Process daily master and deposits, along with cash receipts.
• Maintain inventory records.
• Assist in the tracking of grant funding and contract accounts to meet local, state and federal requirements.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

What This Job Offers

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