ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT II

The salary for this position is: $4,235 - $5,633 monthly

Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant II for our Fiscal Division. 

As an Accounting Assistant II, you will play a key role in supporting both departmental and County-wide financial operations. You will dive into everything from maintaining specialized accounting records and reconciling accounts to preparing critical financial reports and testing new accounting programs used throughout the department. If you are a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assume responsibility for departmental accounting records or assist with a County-wide bookkeeping function such as payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Maintain specialized accounting records such as bonded debt records
• Record, balance, and classify all income and expenditures to proper accounts in accordance with BARS and County procedure
• Prepare and review entries and documents prepared by others to ensure accuracy, propriety, proper account coding, adequate explanations, and other applicable information in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Reconcile accounts and adjust irregularities 
• Train or consult with other County staff and responds to questions 
• Audit subsidiary journals, registers, and other original entries
• Develop and prepare departmental financial reports and budget
• Assist with or prepare County financial reports
• Perform special projects requiring extensive research, interpretation, or auditing of statistical data 
• Review the various accounts, financial summaries, and statements to recommend improvements or revisions in the accounting system or its procedures 
• Assist in testing computer accounting programs used in the work unit 
• Provide clerical assistance as needed
• May audit subsidiary journals, registers, and other original entries 
• Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations

To view the full job classification, click here: Accounting Assistant II

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment - Quiet office setting in Olympia, Washington
• Schedule - Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, in-person
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions with Thurston County staff and the public

 

WHO WE ARE:

Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is Thurston County’s local health jurisdiction and human services department and is responsible for protecting the health and promoting the well-being of all people who live, work, and play in Thurston County. We value diversity and strive to foster a sense of belonging, honoring the unique experiences, cultures, skills, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our employees and community. As an agency actively working to address health equity, we aspire for everyone to have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their individual circumstances.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

 

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit