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Spokane County Accountant 2 in Spokane, Washington
Accountant 2
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Accountant 2
Salary
$54,570.24 - $76,367.50 Annually
Location
WA 99260, WA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
24-00053
Department
Treasurer
Opening Date
05/07/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
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Job Summary
NOTE: This recruitment is being reopened effective 5/7/24. If you applied during the initial recruitment (3/4/24 - 4/3/24), you do not need to reapply.
This position works 37.5 hours per week.
This position performs professional senior level accounting work, involving fiscal records, reports and systems; analyzes financial and investment data; prepares forecasts and financial accounting research within a designated County department. The position allocated to this class is responsible for ensuring that accounting systems are in compliance with the Washington State Budget and Recording System that involves interpreting and analyzing BARS guidelines to department or County accounting practices. Work also involves establishing or revising accounting systems. Work is subject to internal or external audits. Positions of this class differ from Accounting Technicians by the application of professional and complex accounting theories, principles and practices; analyzing financial data; and, preparing forecasts and financial accounting research within a designated County department. Positions may provide professional and technical assistance to assigned accounting technicians.
Accountant 2 is the second and journey level classification in this series. Incumbents are expected to perform duties with minimal supervision and direction from Accounting Supervisors or Managers and may assign, review and/or direct the work of Accountants and technical or clerical staff. Duties involve more complicated funds, financial, ledgers or modules.
TOTAL COMPENSATION: $69,849 - $97,750 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Examples of Duties
Prepares and oversees the preparation of detailed, complex financial accounting reports and statements.
Analyzes financial and investment data and develops forecast of expenditures and revenues.
Performs all aspects of debt accounting for the County and outside districts.
Coordinates activities with appropriate district personnel, bond counsel and fiscal agent.
Performs all aspects of grant accounting, including, but not limited to, forecasting and cash flow analysis.
Performs cash management functions for grant funding sources; conducts cash flow analysis; forecasts cash needs, orders cash, monitors cash balances and maintains checking accounts.
Participates in internal audits and cooperates fully with State Examiner’s Office and external audit processes.
Researches accounting and financial related issues; develops recommendations for policies and procedures and contributes to department fiscal planning.
Interprets needs and requirements to systems analysts and programmers and assures these programs produce accurate results.
Evaluates and monitors operations to insure that proper internal controls are in place and adhered to
Functions as the financial advisor to the departments/funds and outside districts they support.
Provides appropriate management with the financial information needed to manage their organizations.
Monitors liquidity of County departments and outside districts.
Participates in department planning, policy and procedural changes; responds to inquiries from agencies, districts, or departments regarding financial accounting, investment and fund balance reports.
Attends all related meetings and hearings.
Oversees the work of accounting technicians
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.
Auditor - Financial Services
Reviews, analyzes, reconciles, and assists in the preparation of annual and semi-annual federal reports for the Sheriff's and Medical Examiner's offices.
Community Service
Manages all grant funding for the CSHCD program to ensure grant requirements are being met and the programs and divisions of CSHCD can operate fully.
Ensures CSHCD is being fiscally responsible along with the sub-recipients that CSHCD contracts.
Participate in the fiscal development of CSHCD provider and professional contracts, assuring budgetary accuracy of contracted funds; analyze fiscal requirements, ensuring they are sufficient to meet CSHCD external contract requirements.
Collaborate with CSHCD Information Systems staff to develop the financial aspects of the behavioral health data systems, participating in the design of system enhancements and completes “power user” level quality assurance / information systems testing.
Creates monthly ITA spreadsheets and determines residency through various applications
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or a related field with major course work in accounting.
Three (3) years of relevant professional experience. CPA preferred.
Promotion from an Accountant to a Senior Accountant may be determined by an affirmative recommendation of the department.
Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Selection Factors
Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.
Knowledge of investment instruments, maturity calculations and methods of evaluating liquidity.
Knowledge of computerized accounting applications as required by the position.
Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation and required by the position.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing accounting procedures and systems.
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment.
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public.
Skilled in operating personal computers and related software.
Ability to plan, implement, and coordinate financial and/or investment accounting programs for assigned area.
Ability to research and analyze complex accounting and investment data.
Ability to evaluate and recommend financial accounting policies and procedures.
Ability to interpret the BARS system and accurately administer the accounting system.
Ability to prepare clear and concise financial reports.
Ability to supervise, train and evaluate clerical and technical personnel as required by the position.
SPOKANE COUNTY
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.
PAID TIME OFF
Spokane County Observed Holidays
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.
PTO
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.
Vacation
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).
Sick Leave
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.
Other Leaves
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).
2023 Rates:
Premera
Employee Only: $38.04 per month
Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month
Employee & Family: $209.60 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month
Kaiser:
Employee: $35.92 per month
Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month
Employee & Family: $196.06 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month
Dental Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.
2023 Rates:
Delta Dental Willamette Dental
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Long Term Disability Coverage
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.
RETIREMENT
Retirement Plan (401a)
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.
Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS
AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.
Travel Assistance
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.
Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.
Wellness Programs
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.
Discounts
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.
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Agency
Spokane County
Address
824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260
Phone
509-477-5750
Website
http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment