Fiscal Specialist 3
King County
Auburn, WA
Full-time
Accounting
Posted on October 2, 2019
- Summary
- *This is a Special Duty Assignment or TLT opportunity until December 2020**King County Office of Risk Management Services (ORMS) is looking for a Fiscal Specialist 3 to join our dynamic team! This position will give you the opportunity to showcase your skills in a variety of areas, including; financial transactions, customer service, data manipulation, workflow processing, and teamwork. This is an exciting opportunity to be a leader in service excellence, committed to building an enduring legacy of continuous improvements and employee engagement.
ORMS' guiding principles and core values govern our roles and responsibilities as employees. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values:- Respect & Integrity: We encourage an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect; working to demonstrate these principles in all interactions. We strive to do the right thing at all times and in all circumstances, realizing that the strength of our organization is based on the good character of each individual.
- Teamwork: We create a culture of collaboration and contribution by taking pride in our team and trusting one another. We have confidence in each other's capabilities and assume positive intent. We engage in healthy conflict through open and honest communication.
- Commitment to Excellence: We endeavor to continuously improve our organization by maintaining high standards and developing our team members. We value quality and accountability while providing timely and responsive service.
- Stewards of Public Resources: We safeguard public resources through adherence to required timelines, careful consideration of liability, and continuous improvement. We collaborate with county agencies to ensure transparency and achieve risk optimization.
Scope of Job Duties: To be considered for this opportunity, you must demonstrate skill and ability to:- Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions for ORMS in an accurate and timely manner;
- Research and summarize specialized or technical information from varied sources, which requires selecting the most appropriate material and the use of spreadsheets and/or database applications. Verify and reconcile data discrepancies;
- Research, enter, and audit claims data including generating reports using the ORMS Claims System;
- Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers on the phone, in writing and in person, while handing sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner;
- Assist with workflow documentation and improvement;
- Process incoming mail and documents; attach related correspondence or information before forwarding as appropriate; select mail to handle personally where the response requires specialized knowledge of the assigned function; identify priority and/or time-sensitive matters; and maintain security and confidentiality;
- Draft, summarize, prepare, proofread and edit documents, and correspondence to ensure appropriate use of the English language, specialized terminology and established procedures;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The Ideal Candidates will:- Be experienced in Oracle financial and procurement transactions;
- Welcome managing and prioritizing a high volume of diverse assignments and multiple competing tasks with a strong attention to detail;
- Be proficient in the use the Microsoft Office including higher level skill in performing financial transactions using Microsoft Excel in your daily work;
- Be eager to learn about King County Risk functions and processes;
- Thrive working both independently and working collaboratively as part of a team;
- Be flexible and comfortable in a change environment and be excited to learn new skills and implement new processes to continuously improve services.
Are you ready to APPLY?
The recruitment for this position is open to all applicants. A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a cover letter and resume.
If you have any questions, please contact Megan Rulien, HR Associate by e-mail at megan.rulien@kingcounty.gov, or by phone at 206-263-8150.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Professional, Technical, and Administrative Employees
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.