Accounting Technician III

Walla Walla County; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Deferred compensation plans

Twelve paid holidays annually

Vacation accrual based on seniority

Sick leave accrual per County Policy

Job summary

Walla Walla County is seeking an Accounting Technician III to support the Auditor’s Office with accounting, payroll, and clerical duties. The role involves complex tasks, payroll processing, and implementing internal policies in a public-facing county setting.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in accounting or related field plus three years of progressive office experience, with strong Excel and English proficiency. Full-time benefits, holidays, and retirement plans apply.

Qualifications

• High level knowledge of principles, practices and procedures for accounting and account maintenance.
• Knowledge of IRS, Social Security, Labor & Industries, Deferred Compensation Programs, and employee benefit laws.
• High level knowledge of computerized payroll and accounting systems.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft software programs.
• Knowledge in general payroll procedures, budgeting processes and the state BARS.
• Knowledge of modern office principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of recording terminology and correct use of English grammar.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with county personnel and other public and private agencies for which work is performed
• Ability to make rapid and accurate mathematical calculations; evaluate and correlate large volume of written and numerical data.
• Ability to operate equipment associated with the position.
• Ability to learn office procedures, rules, and policies
• Ability to organize, manage and complete several tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to learn and use computer programs for the recording system.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Chief Finance Manager in the accounting, auditing, and clerical financial functions for the county.
• Performs complex accounting activities requiring professional competency.
• Assists with payroll, general ledger and accounts payable functions, assists with development and implementation of internal policies and procedures.
• These positions involve considerable contact with the public and includes application of human relations skills.

Skills

Accounting principles

Payroll procedures

Microsoft Office

Mathematical calculations

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft software

Job description

Position:

Accounting Technician III

Salary Range: $28.20/hour to $37.78/hour; Starting Salary DOQ, DOE

Location Auditor’s Office

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours/week); Non-Exempt; Courthouse Union, Benefits Apply; Open Until Filled

Full Time Benefits Include:

• County pays $1,600 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members
• Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for 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)
• Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

Visit Walla Walla County Website for detailed benefits information.

Brief Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists the Chief Finance Manager in the accounting, auditing, and clerical financial functions for the county. Performs complex accounting activities requiring professional competency. Assists with the payroll, general ledger and accounts payable functions, assists with the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures. These positions involve considerable contact with the public and includes application of human relations skills and a need to be versatile and familiar with other aspects of the Auditor’s Office.

Working Environment/Physical Abilities: Work is performed in an office setting. Must possess physical ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds. and climb a ladder while performing duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High level knowledge of principles, practices and procedures for accounting and account maintenance.
• Relevant knowledge of IRS, Social Security, Labor & Industries, Deferred Compensation Programs, and employee benefit laws.
• High level knowledge of computerized payroll and accounting systems.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft software programs.
• Knowledge in general payroll procedures, budgeting processes and the state BARS.
• Knowledge of modern office principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of recording terminology and correct use of English grammar.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with county personnel and other public and private agencies for which work is performed
• Ability to make rapid and accurate mathematical calculations; evaluate and correlate large volume of written and numerical data.
• Ability to operate equipment associated with the position.
• Ability to learn office procedures, rules, and policies
• Ability to organize, manage and complete several tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to learn and use computer programs for the recording system.
• Ability to work independently.

Education and Experience:

Associate degree in accounting or a related field, and, three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in an office environment., or a combination of education, training, and experience that in the opinion of management, provides the necessary skill required above.

SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND CHECK, DRIVING RECORD CHECK, AND ORAL INTERVIEWS.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT