Business and Finance Officer I

King County, WA; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Pension plan

12 paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Telecommuting options

Training and career development

Job summary

King County's Department of Community and Human Services seeks a detail-oriented Business and Finance Officer I (BFO I) for a 24-month Special Duty/Term-Limited Temporary assignment in the Director’s Office Finance, Accounting, and Compliance Services team. The role handles day-to-day accounts payable, budgeting, and financial management for ASD programs and related funds.

Hybrid work with primary onsite in Seattle, WA; 40 hours/week, 8am-5pm, with overtime eligibility and supervisor

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting, accounts payable, or budgeting principles.
• Three (or more) years of relevant professional experience.
• Two (or more) years in accounting, finance, or accounts payable; education can supplement experience.
• Familiarity with human service providers and community-based organizations.

Responsibilities

• Process accounting transactions including payments, revenue entries, and interfund transfers.
• Answer questions from providers about monthly payment and billing activities.
• Maintain data integrity and privacy across multiple systems.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies to keep financial records accurate.
• Assist in preparing financial reports for programs and funding sources.
• Work with program managers to understand needs and provide financial information.
• Administer and monitor contracts and funding sources.
• Perform basic financial analysis with guidance from senior staff.
• Extract and organize financial data using Oracle EBS, Oracle BI, and other systems.

Skills

Basic accounting

Accounts payable

Budgeting

Oracle/EBS

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Data privacy

Hybrid work

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Oracle/EBS

Hyperion

Oracle BI

Job description

Summary

The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.

King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.

DCHS seeks a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join the Director’s Office Finance, Accounting, and Compliance Services team as Business and Finance Officer I (BFO I). This Special Duty/Temporary Limited Term (TLT) position is for 24 months. The role will perform day-to-day accounts payable, budget, and accounting functions that support contracting, invoicing, data integrity, and financial management for programs for the Adult Service Department (ASD) programs. ASD manages the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services levy (VSHSL), the Veterans Relief Fund (VRF), and the Community Service Operating (CSO) funds.

WHO MAY APPLY

This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 11/3/2026.

WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS

This is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position anticipated to end 24 months from the stat date, but subject to change dependent on operational need. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This position meets the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible with supervisory pre-approval. This position is represented by Protec17.

MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS

This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.

TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT

DCHS works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building at 401 Fifth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County‑issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

Job Duties

• Process accounting transactions including payments, revenue entries, and interfund transfers.
• Answer questions from providers about monthly payment and billing activities.
• Work with confidential financial or client billing information across multiple systems and follow all required privacy procedures.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies to help maintain accurate financial records.
• Support reconciliation of County financial systems with internal tracking tools.
• Assist in preparing financial reports for programs and funding sources.
• Work with program managers to understand their needs and provide useful financial information.
• Help administer and monitor contracts and funding sources.
• Perform basic financial analysis with guidance from senior finance staff.
• Extract and organize financial data using Oracle EBS, Oracle BI, and other internal systems.
• Support department-wide financial tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Knowledge of basic accounting, accounts payable, or budgeting principles.
• Three (or more) years of relevant professional experience.
• Two (or more) years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or accounts payable; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with human service providers and community-based organizations.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Experience with automated financial or accounting systems, such as Oracle/EBS, Hyperion, or Oracle BI.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and IF functions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Knowledge of public sector budgeting or government fund accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience with Oracle/EBS, Hyperion, or Oracle BI.
• Knowledge of King County programs and funding sources.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• 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: eligible King County employees may 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
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

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.

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.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

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King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.