Accounting Specialist I

Thurston Mason BH-ASO/OHRS • Lacey, WA

11d • $27 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist I maintains accounting functions for Thurston-Mason Behavioral Health Organization, LLC (TMBHO), Thurston Mason Behavioral Health Administrative Service Organization (TMBH-ASO), and Olympic Health and Recovery Services (OHRS). The role is primarily responsible for accounts payable and other accounting tasks performed within established guidelines. The position prepares financial reports, monitors payments, and works with program staff, management, vendors, and other providers. It calls for attention to detail, timely responses, problem-solving ability, and strong written and oral communication skills.

TMBH-ASO and OHRS are quasi-governmental organizations responsible for behavioral health crisis-service networks in Thurston and Mason counties. OHRS is also a licensed behavioral health agency with programs including crisis services, jail services, hospital diversion, and housing.

The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and is based at the TMBH-ASO/OHRS location in Lacey, Washington. Work is generally indoors in an office; work at satellite offices, off-site meetings, or business travel may be required. Regular, predictable on-site attendance is required.

Requirements

• Two years of college-level accounting courses.
• Two years of general accounting experience.
• Current Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance, or an appropriate requested and obtained accommodation.
• Satisfactory Driver Motor Vehicle Report.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and additional accounting projects with minimal supervision, adjusting priorities to ensure efficient and timely completion.
• Familiarity with double-entry bookkeeping and governmental accounting principles and procedures.
• Ability to engage in and modernize office methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic financial systems and input methods.
• Ability to make calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to use computer equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, and other accounting or payroll programs.
• Regular and predictable attendance at the work site.

Nice To Haves

• Typing and 10-key adding machine skills.
• General knowledge of Washington State's Budgeting Accounting Reporting System (BARS).

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting functions, primarily accounts payable.
• Process and respond to staff requisition requests for client services.
• Coordinate, enter, track, and report payments and client service requests for rent and other client support services.
• Reconcile entries and documents to ensure accuracy, propriety, correct coding, adequate explanations, and compliance with applicable standards and federal and state regulations.
• Process complex accounting transactions.
• Prepare financial reports requiring knowledge of governmental accounting principles.
• Track and organize credit card requisitions and receipts, enter transactions into the finance system, and reconcile them to monthly credit card statements.
• Set up new vendors in the finance system and determine whether 1099 forms and other required forms or submissions are needed.
• Respond to vendor billing inquiries and coordinate compensation reconciliations or adjustments.
• Develop recommendations for accounting-system procedures and policy changes.
• Provide information for state fiscal monitors and audits as needed.
• Train staff on purchasing and credit card policies and procedures, as well as training and travel requests.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee reimbursements as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options, many with no employee-paid monthly premium depending on plan choice, with dependent coverage options.
• Life insurance and disability insurance options.
• Eligible employees participate in Washington State PERS retirement plans.
• Optional pre-tax and post-tax deferred compensation retirement options.
• Paid Time Off package earning a minimum of 140 hours (17 days).
• 12 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Approved Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
• Annual professional development funds and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree