Staff Accountant

City of Pasco, WA; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Vacation time

Holidays

DRS pension

Job summary

City of Pasco, WA is seeking a Staff Accountant to support general ledger functions, prepare financial reports, and assist with budgeting while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, at least three years of accounting experience, and the ability to analyze complex financial data, collaborate with departments, and support audits and fiscal planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Three or more years of accounting experience, including financial reporting and application of GAAP.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and governmental accounting practices.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and financial systems.
• Ability to analyze financial data and perform complex calculations.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements, reports, and projections in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintaining and reconciling journals, ledgers, and financial records.
• Monitoring fund activity and resolving discrepancies.
• Supporting payroll-related accounting, labor and benefit budgeting.
• Performing financial analysis related to rates, labor agreements, and debt service.
• Accounting for grants, debt issuance, and reimbursement tracking.
• Assisting with budget preparation and long-term financial planning.
• Serving as a resource to departments on financial policies and procedures.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

Compensation

Salary : $82,201.60 - $98,675.20 Annually

Location : City of Pasco, WA

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Number: 2026.00251

Department: Finance

Division: Accounting

Opening Date: 08/24/2026

Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA: Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION

LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (on-site)

JOB TYPE: Regular/Full-Time

UNION STATUS: Non-Represented

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flex scheduling may be available per department approval)

FIRST REVIEW DATE: Open until filled, with first review on August 31st

THE ROLE: As a Staff Accountant, you will play a critical role in maintaining the City's financial integrity by supporting general ledger functions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and financial management activities. This position ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Washington State Auditor requirements while supporting sound internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. You will collaborate with Finance staff, City departments, and external agencies to support financial reporting, audits, and fiscal planning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing financial statements, reports, and projections in accordance with GAAP
• Maintaining and reconciling journals, ledgers, and financial records
• Monitoring fund activity and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting payroll-related accounting, labor and benefit budgeting
• Performing financial analysis related to rates, labor agreements, and debt service
• Accounting for grants, debt issuance, and reimbursement tracking
• Assisting with budget preparation and long-term financial planning
• Serving as a resource to departments on financial policies and procedures

A background check will be required upon acceptance of a conditional offer.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Three (3) or more years of accounting experience, including financial reporting and application of GAAP
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and governmental accounting practices
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and financial systems
• Ability to analyze financial data and perform complex calculations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in governmental accounting
• Experience with grant accounting and debt service tracking
• Knowledge of Washington State accounting and reporting requirements
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

The City offers a full benefits package for the employee and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including:

• Medical coverage at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level
• Dental coverage at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month
• Basic life insurance paid by the City and optional supplemental coverage
• 12 days of vacation during the 1st year and 12 days of sick leave (accrual-based)
• 10 holidays plus 1 floating holiday annually
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) pension plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with up to 4% City contribution
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and flexible scheduling (per department approval)

SAFETY / WORK CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment
• Requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and detailed analytical work
• May occasionally require extended hours, including evenings or weekends

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

*The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The City offers a full benefits package with affordable options for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Maintaining a positive work life balance is important, to help aid this balance, employees receive great vacation, sick, and paid holiday benefits.