Accounting Supervisor (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)
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Accounting Supervisor (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)
Salary
$69,771.00 - $97,188.00 Annually
Location
WA 99205, WA
Job Type
Regular
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
25-00204
Department
Community Services (formerly CSHCD)
Opening Date
10/28/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Description
Benefits
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Job Summary
This position works 37.5 hours per week.
The position allocated to this class performs professional accounting, administrative, and supervisory work. Incumbents are responsible for applying professional accounting theories, principles, practices and accounting policies. Duties involve performing complex accounting and related tasks, delegating work as appropriate, supervising and directing the activities of assigned personnel and assisting in the development of policies and procedures. Positions have considerable independence in coordinating and supervising functions within established legal and departmental policies, regulations and guidelines.
WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in the Community Services department in a position covered by the 1553 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Spokane County employees in a position covered by the 1553S CBA submitting applications between 10/28/25 and 11/3/25.
TOTAL COMPENSATION: $89,306 - $124,400 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
NOTE: Three (3) Professional References are required.
Examples of Duties
Provides oversight of complex accounting, cost analysis, and reporting of locally collected funds, grants and contracts from both federal and state funding sources, and the review of accounting information provided to other state and local entities.
Reviews and prepares complex cost reports for internal management as well as inter-departmental units, and State and Federal entities as necessary.
Coordinates with external entities and facilitates their audit and review of County accounting data.
Reviews and approves accounting journal entries and/or payment transactions processed by the department(s).
Oversees operations and provides supervision and assistance to accountants and/or related accounting staff.
Performs complex accounting related work in the area of assignment.
Maintains general ledgers, subsidiary ledgers, and financial reporting processes for County funds.
Ensures accounting practices are in compliance with appropriate grant requirements, RCWs, Accounting Standards and other financial reporting requirements as required by law.
Directs County departments and/or immediate subordinates in the preparation of financial and statistical reports as appropriate; assists in the preparation of the same.
Responsible for the retention of all legally required financial records, documents, reports and ledgers.
May prepare or assist in preparing grant funding documents.
Provides assistance on accounting matters and information to County departments, other districts and outside entities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Treasury Services (duties include, but are not limited to the following):
Supervises assigned staff for the completion of duties relating to tax management and collection consistent with applicable, laws and policies, including but not limited to personal and real property, tax certification, over the counter and electronic payments, distraint and foreclosure, bankruptcy, real estate excise tax, and payment processing for other departments and districts.
Provides regional training as required.
Prioritizes, assigns and monitors work; reviews and audits completed work; evaluates performance, recommends and implements decisions regarding employee selection and discipline; ensures resources are available for operations; provides technical assistance and staff training/cross-training; and ensures quality of service/work is upheld.
Performs accounting and management related work needed to properly account and distribute State, County and Local collected taxes and assessments.
Coordinates with internal and external agencies regarding special assessment tax rolls; and provides technical assistance and information on complex accounting and tax matters to other districts and outside entities.
Manages accounts under bankruptcy action and represents the Treasurer at court and creditor meetings.
Oversees all aspects of County Real Estate, Personal Property foreclosure and distraint auction. Acts as auctioneer at Treasurer or County sales; may include Foreclosure, Tax Title Sales, and duties related to auctions performed on behalf of other departments/districts.
May be required to testify at hearings or in court.
May manage multiple collection centers (physical and online activities) for the operation of statutory Treasurer functions and on behalf of other departments or taxing authorities.
Participates in the development, modification and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. Provides guidance and interpretation of same to internal and external personnel.
Responsible for supervision of County funds. Balances property tax collections and distribution with the County's general ledger.
Ensures treasury practices are in compliance with appropriate financial reporting requirements as required by law.
Prepares complex financial, tax and statistical reports as appropriate; performs complex calculations.
Evaluates, analyzes and responds to legal issues as they arise. Responsible for the retention of all legally required financial records, documents, reports and ledgers.
Assists in the development and maintenance of data processing applications.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Community Services (duties include, but are not limited to the following):
Supervises assigned staff within the Community Services Healthcare & Social Services Financial Management Team.
Provides oversight of complex accounting, cost analysis, and reporting of local collected funds, grants and contracts from federal, state and commercial health insurance funding sources, and the review of accounting information provided to other state and local entities.
Reviews and prepares complex cost reports for internal management as well as inter-departmental units, and as well as State, Federal and local entities as necessary.
Reviews and assists external entities that audit and review accounting data.
Reviews and provides assistance on accounting matters related to the fiscal monitoring process conducted by the Community Services Healthcare & Social Services Financial Management Team.
Responsible for troubleshooting Healthcare & Social Services Financial Management related issues as they arise; and collaborates with department leadership to help determine appropriate methods to apply and fix those concerns.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or a related field with major course work in accounting.
Four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting or financial experience which involved the application of advanced accounting/finance principles and theories to an agency operation.
An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Accounts Payable Associate (CAPA) preferred.
Selection Factors
Knowledge of governmental accounting theories, terminology, principles and practices, including audit functions.
Knowledge of research, analysis, investigation and evaluation methods and techniques.
Knowledge of software programs, computerized accounting systems and financial data processing.
Knowledge of effective development, implementation and application of internal controls, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of modern supervisory principles and practices.
Knowledge of grant accounting theory, policies and practices.
Knowledge and application of the Washington State Budgeting, Accounting, Reporting System (BARS).
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department heads, elected officials, and employees.
Ability to interpret and apply County accounting procedures and the BARS system.
Ability to effectively supervise, provide direction, assign, train and evaluate employees in a matter which results in accurate and legal accounting transactions.
Ability to analyze and audit legal and financial documents to assure compliance with statutory requirements and office policies.
Ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations relating to the area of assignment; develop related policies and procedures to effectively implement same.
Ability to analyze financial and accounting records and prepare and maintain clear and concise reports.
Ability to analyze, develop and implement computer applications for the area of assignment.
SPOKANE COUNTY
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.
PAID TIME OFF
Spokane County Observed Holidays
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.
PTO
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.
Vacation
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).
Sick Leave
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.
Other Leaves
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).
2024 Rates:
Premera
Employee Only: $38.04 per month
Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month
Employee & Family: $209.60 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month
Kaiser:
Employee: $35.92 per month
Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month
Employee & Family: $196.06 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month
Dental Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.
2024 Rates:
Delta Dental Willamette Dental
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Long Term Disability Coverage
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.
RETIREMENT
Retirement Plan (401a)
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.
Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS
AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.
Travel Assistance
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.
Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.
Wellness Programs
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.
Discounts
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.
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Describe your governmental accounting experience and knowledge of the accounting practices employed to provide financial information used in determining and forecasting the condition of governmental units, and the monitoring of governmental performance, in terms of legal, contractual and fiduciary requirements.
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Describe your experience as a supervisor. Include experience of assigning and reviewing work; evaluating performance; maintaining work standards; motivating and developing subordinates; implementing procedural change; and increasing efficiencies.
Required Question
Employer
Spokane County
Address
824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260
Phone
509-477-5750
Website
http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment
