Accounting Supervisor - Special Duty
- Summary
The Solid Waste Division of King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks is looking for an Accounting Supervisor who can provide leadership to the Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and Accounts Receivable teams in their Enterprise Services Section. This person will directly supervise a team of seven and indirectly provide leadership to five additional accounting professionals. They will lead, develop, and supervise a professional staff that will work collaboratively with division staff to support successful projects while ensuring that accounting administration processes comply with King County requirements. This is a special duty assignment available for eligible King County employees and is expected to last up to twelve months.
The Accounting Supervisor reports directly to the Enterprise Services Section Manager and will be expected to prioritize and plan the work of the Accounting unit. The Accounting Supervisor is expected to practice continuous improvement principles and will work to improve effectiveness and streamline accounting processes in the division. In addition to supervising the unit, the employee in this position will use their interpersonal skills and technical expertise to advice, train, and provide support to Solid Waste Division employees about accounting issues.
Who may apply: This exciting opportunity is open to eligible King County employees. If you are not a King County employee, you are not eligible for this position. King County and the Solid Waste Division values diverse perspectives and life experience and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans.
How to apply: Applicants must submit a King County application form and letter of interest detailing your background and describing how your education and experience meets the qualifications and has prepared you to perform the essential functions of the job.
Work Location: King Street Center - 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701, Seattle, WA
Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. The core work hours are normally 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Accounting Services Profile: The Accounting Services team is composed of two work units: Accounts Receivable (six employees, including a supervisor), and Accounts Payable/General Ledger (six employees). Accounts Receivable is responsible for the receipt, recording, and reconciliation of the division's revenue from grants and customers at the division's two drop boxes, eight transfer stations, and one active landfill. Revenues include cash, check, credit/debit cards, and an in-house revolving account program. The Accounts Payable / General ledger team is responsible for processing invoices and governmental purchasing card payments, tracking and depreciating fixed assets, recording landfill liabilities, transferring funds between SWD's five funds, processing and liquidating encumbrances and accruals, and preparing various Schedules and Notes to the county's financial statements pertaining to Solid Waste.
Examples of Job Responsibilities:- Manage the division's accounting and internal control systems, policies and procedures, and financial data to ensure compliance with the requirements of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for State and Local Governments (GAAP).
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert on GAAP for the division's five funds. Interpret and apply GAAP to SWD business transactions to ensure balances that are properly stated.
- Serve as the audit liaison between the Solid Waste Division (SWD), the Department of Executive Services Finance and Business Operations Division (FBOD), and the State Auditor's Office (SAO) for all audits including Performance audits, the annual Accountability Audit, 2 CFR 200.501 (formerly "A-133") Compliance Audit, and Financial Statement Audit. In this role, respond to audit requests in a timely way using complete and accurate backup documentation, defend entries and balances using the hierarchy of GAAP defined by GASB Pronouncement #76, write management corrective action plans, and track completion of prior action plans.
- Conduct periodic risk assessments in accordance with the COSO Internal Control Framework and tune internal controls to correct any under-controlled or over-controlled risks ensuring continuous improvement of division accounting and financial reporting processes.
- Identify, track and manage to performance indicators.
- Develop, lead, and supervise a team of professionals that is proactive in ensuring correct accounting and financial reporting methods are being used throughout the division.
- Establish and maintain an effective and collaborative working relationship with SWD management and staff.
- Advise division staff about methods to accomplish the needed tasks within accounting standards, policies and procedures.
- Identify and work to mitigate accounting and financial reporting related risks as they emerge.
- Provide training to division staff related to accounting and financial reporting.
- Ensure materials, references and policies related to accounting and financial reporting are up to date and available.
- Represent the division at countywide finance manager and audit forums.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field and a minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible accounting administration experience or a combination of education and recent demonstrated experience which provides knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform the job duties as listed above.
- Superb attention to detail with demonstrated analytical, problem solving and research skills using accounting and financial reporting systems.
- Experience working collaboratively with staff from multiple disciplines and from various levels of the organization and coordinating their work.
- Proven leadership, organizational, supervisory skills.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Experienced in developing, implementing and continuously improving administrative systems.
- Ability to follow established policies and procedures
- Demonstrated skills in maintaining and appropriately handling confidential information.
- Demonstrated understanding and experience assisting project staff with procurement options and contract administration issues.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and data analysis features.
- Knowledge of contracting policies and procedures and skills to apply them
- Ability to develop and effectively communicate ideas and recommendations, including briefs to senior management on procurement strategies, contract-related concerns, and other sensitive issues.
Successful candidates will also have the following core competencies:- Skilled in making good decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience and judgement
- Ability and skills to set priorities by zeroing in on the critical few and using a sense of what will help or hinder goal accomplishment
- Skilled in organizing by marshalling resources, orchestrating multiple activities at once and using resources effectively and efficiently.
- Excellent planning skills by accurately scoping out length and difficulty of tasks and setting objectives and goals
- Demonstrated skills and drive in Developing Direct Reports
Most competitive candidate will have:- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or similar credential establishing mastery of financial reporting and internal control subject matter.
- At least three (3) years of experience with governmental accounting standards as promulgated by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
- Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards specific to Municipal Solid Waste Landfills.
Contact Information: For questions regarding this announcement, please contact Prakash Meloot at prakash.meloot@kingcounty.gov.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.