Accountant job in Renton

Soos Creek Water and Sewer District, a public agency located in Renton WA, is accepting applications for the position of Accountant. Under the direction of the Systems/Accounting Administrator, performs a variety of accounting functions to maintain and produce accounting reports/records. Assists in treasury functions, the preparation of annual financial statements, state excise tax audits, and annual audits performed by the State Auditor’s Office. Assists the Finance Manager with various accounting and finance projects such as budgeting, rate setting, the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other miscellaneous duties of the Finance Department. Assists in customer service functions where needed. This position is backup for payroll and accounts payable. 

 Minimum Qualifications:
• Possess a clear understanding of billing and collection processes.
• Possess an understanding of budgeting, accounting, and finance reporting systems.
• Proficient in MS Office Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexibility in accepting work assignments.

Ability to:
• Create and maintain spreadsheets, create letters, perform mail merge and utilize Outlook for communication and organization purposes.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Work harmoniously with the public and District employees.
• Prioritize work and demonstrate good organizational skills.
• Work well under pressure and meet required deadlines.
• Recognize what needs to be done and the willingness to accomplish such work without direction on each task.
• Quickly comprehend and carry out instructions.
• Maintain clear, concise and accurate records, and report on items that need attention.
• Handle multiple priorities, maintain control, and able to handle non-structured days.
• Prioritize duties and meet strict deadlines.

Education and Experience:
• AA degree in Accounting, supplemented with courses in business administration.
• 3 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance, performing analytical tasks and projects. Preferably with government agency.
• Or, any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job.

Benefits Include:
• Medical and Vision
• Dental
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• State Retirement Plan
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA/VEBA)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, and Float Leave

To view a full job description or to obtain an application, go to www.sooscreek.com. To apply, email resume/application to HR@sooscreek.com or send to SCWSD, attention HR, 14616 SE 192nd St., Renton, WA 98058. Finalists for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background investigation and employment history check.

SCWSD is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer