14 Financial Services

Position Information

• Assignment: 14 Financial Services
• Location: 10 Administrative Services
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Application Deadline: Until Filled
• Listing Type: GENERAL

Job Description

Inspired by education. Empowered by technology. Position Opening Announcement Accounting Specialist – Reference 150402 Posted April 23, 2015 – Open until filled SUMMARY WSIPC, located in Everett, WA, is seeking applicants to provide entry level accounting for accounts payable/receivables. The mission of the Accounting Specialist is to perform, evaluate, or manage financial activities involving public assets and resources in accordance with applicable professional standards and regulations. Accounting work is routine in nature and requires some knowledge of accounting or bookkeeping procedures. Work is performed independently with highly detailed established guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING, other duties may be assigned • Performs work of varied and moderate difficulty requiring data collection, analysis, forecasting, and compiling and writing reports • Applies basic knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, budgeting practices, and/or legal or regulatory compliance • Interacts frequently with internal and external customers using both verbal and written communication skills to discuss financial processes or issues • Decision making that impacts the execution, effectiveness and efficiency of administrative and business processes • Applies, interprets or assesses existing policies, procedures, laws and regulations • Works independently or as a team member within existing guidelines and policies • Disbursing, receipting and depositing agency funds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-­‐4 years of Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable work experience, and/or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the position • Prior experience using office and accounting software applications • Working knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and principles • Must be professional, ethical and have the ability to maintain confidentiality • Ability to understand and support the organization’s goals and objectives • Good written and oral communication skills • Good attention to detail and high level of accuracy • Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-­‐pressure environment • Exceptional customer service orientation • Effectively work in a team-­‐oriented, collaborative environment SALARY This is a non-­‐exempt position. Beginning salary $15.06 – $19.20/hour based on qualifications and experience. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Application materials must include the following in order to be considered for the applicant pool:

1. Cover letter which addresses the qualifications listed above.
2. Resume listing previous employers, employment dates and responsibilities applicable to the position.
3. E-­‐mail application materials to employment@wsipc.org EOE

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Conditions of Employment

• I hereby authorize the potential employer to contact, obtain, and verify the accuracy of information contained in this application from all previous employers, educational institutions, and references. I also hereby release from liability the potential employer and its representatives for seeking, gathering, and using such information to make employment decisions and all other persons or organizations for providing such information.

• I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission made by me on this application, including any documents submitted during the recruitment process or interview, will be sufficient cause for cancellation of this application or immediate termination of employment if I am employed, whenever it may be discovered.

• If I am employed, I acknowledge that there is no specified length of employment and that this application does not constitute an agreement or contract for employment. Accordingly, either I or the employer can terminate the relationship at will, with or without cause, at any time, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law.

• I understand that it is the policy of this organization not to refuse to hire or otherwise discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability because of that person's need for a reasonable accommodation as required by the ADA.

• I also understand that if I am employed, I will be required to provide satisfactory proof of identity and legal work authorization within three days of being hired. Failure to submit such proof within the required time shall result in immediate termination of employment.

• I represent and warrant that I have read and fully understand the foregoing, and that I seek employment under these conditions.

General Questions

• Are you able to meet the attendance requirements?

• Do you have any objection to working overtime if necessary?

• Can you travel if required by this position?

• Have you ever been previously employed by our organization?

• How were you referred to us?

• Other Skills and Qualifications - List seminars, schools, and workshops completed.

Benefits

Medical: (pooling in effect) Dental: (Washington Dental Service) Group Life: ($50,000) Long Term Disability (66 2/3% of salary) Employee Assistance Program Other Voluntary Programs: -Flexible Spending Accounts (Section 125) -Cancer Insurance -Short-term Disability -Term Life -Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance -Long-term care Vacation - Monthly accrual of 12-22 days per year based on years of service Holidays - 12 scheduled & 1 personal Sick Leave - Monthly accrual of 12 days per year; Sick leave buy-back; Leave Sharing Other Leave: Bereavement, Civil Duties, Family & Medical, Maternity Disability, Military

Attachments

Cover Letter* Letter of Recommendation1* Letter of Recommendation2 Letter of Recommendation3 Resume*

References

Option 2: 0 of 5 external references required.