Assistant Accountant

Summary

Join our dynamic team at the Enterprise Services Section (ESS) within the Solid Waste Division (SWD) as an

Assistant Accountant!

In this exciting role, you’ll be an

integral part of the ESS

- Financial Services Unit (FSU),

offering crucial financial support

across all lines of business within the Solid Waste Division. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with both internal and external customers, all while thriving in a

collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment that truly values your contributions.

This position plays a key role in supporting DNRP Solid Waste’s mission to unite the best talent and deliver exceptional value to our customers and stakeholders. You’ll be part of a

team dedicated to continuously improving waste prevention, resource recovery, and waste disposal - making a real impact on the environment and the community!

About This Role

In this role, you'll take charge of key financial functions, including reviewing A/P to ensure pinpoint accuracy, managing month-end and year-end accounting processes with precision, and reconciling financial data from various systems to maintain seamless operations. You'll also be responsible for preparing financial documents that not only comply with regulatory standards but also adhere to the highest accounting principles, ensuring transparency and integrity at every step. Your work will be crucial in driving financial success and keeping the team on track for continued growth and excellence!

About The Team

The King County Solid Waste Division (KCSWD) is at the forefront of transforming waste management in our region, serving the communities of unincorporated King County and most cities within the county. As the lead agency driving the Zero Waste of Resources (ZWoR) initiative, KCSWD is on a mission to reduce the amount of valuable materials sent to landfills by up to 70%. The division operates vital facilities like the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, ten transfer stations, nine closed landfills, and a variety of innovative programs aimed at eliminating waste and pollution, keeping materials in use, and regenerating our natural systems for a sustainable future.

In this role, you’ll join a supportive and collaborative team that values both your professional growth and personal work/life balance. You’ll be working closely with a Supervisor who encourages continuous improvement and fosters a positive, inclusive work environment. As a member of the FSU team, you’ll take on the exciting responsibility of handling all accounts payable and receivable transactions, while monitoring and maintaining the general ledger. By working seamlessly with both internal and external customers, you’ll help ensure smooth business operations, swiftly addressing any issues that arise. Your work will directly support the financial stewardship goals of the Solid Waste Division, contributing to the ongoing success and efficiency of this essential public service!

Commitment To Equity Racial And Social Justice

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Assistant Accountant, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .

Apply now for a rewarding career at the

Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will De Doing:

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Application and Selection Process:

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives, and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a skills assessment and in one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit the required Complete Application and Resume .

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact:

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jemima.McMahon@kingcounty.gov.

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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Benefits

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following 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.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific