Fiscal Support Technician

Kitsap County•Port Orchard, WA

About The Position

Kitsap County is hiring a detail-oriented accounting professional to support the Public Works Accounts Payable team. The position helps maintain the financial integrity of county services by ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time, revenues are reconciled, and financial workflows comply with complex regulations. The technician works in a collaborative team, contributes to process improvements, and supports accurate financial tracking and record-keeping. The role handles purchase orders, invoices, accounts receivable, high-volume data entry, incoming and outgoing mail, and payment processing. It also includes receiving and reconciling funds, depositing payments, issuing receipts, processing daily Sewer payments, and preparing electronic scans and deposits for the Treasurer. The technician provides customer service to internal staff, suppliers, and the public, and works with suppliers and internal teams to resolve transaction issues. The position is open to the general public and is classified as overtime-eligible under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The posting may be used to fill future openings.

Requirements

Two years of experience in a fiscal office performing accounts payable, auditing, finance, or related duties using a computerized financial system.
Related education demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for up to six months of experience.
Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing workflows, data entry, and financial management systems.
Ability to work with complex regulations, multiple deadlines, and confidential information.
Strong analytical skills for investigating discrepancies and accurately reconciling financial data.
Excellent customer service skills and professional communication with suppliers, staff, and the public.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Applicants must submit a complete application with detailed information demonstrating minimum qualifications, including total years of relevant experience quantified by full-time equivalency.
Before employment, candidates using education to meet minimum qualifications must submit official transcripts from an accredited college, university, or business school.
Before employment, candidates must pass job-related examinations or tests as determined by the hiring authority and authorize and complete a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public sector accounting, municipal finance, or Public Works operations.
Experience with Workday.
Experience improving financial processes or contributing to workflow enhancements.

Responsibilities

Manage and process Public Works purchase orders, verifying Programs, Spend Categories, and Work Tags/Projects for accurate financial tracking.
Prioritize, organize, and verify invoices to support accurate, timely payment.
Review and reconcile accounts receivable, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Scan, save, and document processed invoices for secure financial record-keeping.
Open, route, and manage incoming mail and prepare outgoing mailings.
Perform high-volume data entry in financial systems.
Provide customer service in person, by phone, and by email to internal staff and external suppliers.
Receive, reconcile, and deposit funds for items, fees, services, and donations; issue receipts and handle cash accurately.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to record transactions accurately and resolve issues.
Manage supplier relationships and support effective communication and service.
Contribute to improvements in accounting policies, procedures, efficiency, and workflow accuracy.
Process daily Sewer payments, prepare electronic scans, and enter deposits for the Treasurer, including miscellaneous cash deposits.