Staff Accountant

Walla Walla County • Walla Walla, WA

9d • $5,355 - $7,180 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs fiscal management work under the direction of the Chief Finance Manager (Public Works). Assists with finance operations, including payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, budgetary reporting, billing, and revenue receipts. Maintains inventory and accounts for use of all department resources such as real property, construction/engineering equipment, repair parts, fuel, gravel, sand, etc. Assures accounting activities comply with generally accepted accounting principles and with the State of Washington’s budgeting accounting and reporting system (BARS). Work is performed independently and requires sound judgment and discretion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, data processing, and budgeting; OR a combination of experience, education and training which would provide the level of knowledge and ability, in the opinion of management, required by the position.
• Must successfully pass a background check and a driving record check.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs fiscal management work under the direction of the Chief Finance Manager (Public Works).
• Assists with finance operations, including payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, budgetary reporting, billing, and revenue receipts.
• Maintains inventory and accounts for use of all department resources such as real property, construction/engineering equipment, repair parts, fuel, gravel, sand, etc.
• Assures accounting activities comply with generally accepted accounting principles and with the State of Washington’s budgeting accounting and reporting system (BARS).

Benefits

• County pays $1,600 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members
• Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS)
• HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply
• Wellness program
• Access to MetLife Pet Insurance
• Deferred compensation plans offered
• Twelve paid holidays annually
• Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract)
• Sick leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level