Accounting Specialist II

POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED, WITH A TWO-WEEK REVIEW ON 1/28/2026.

The ideal candidate for the Accounting Specialist II position will be capable of performing a wide range of routine to complex administrative, accounting, and clerical duties in support of the City of Bonney Lake and the Finance team.

Reports To:

Finance Operations Manager and/or Chief Financial Officer

Supervises:
None

Note:

duties listed in the job description are in addition to the Accounting Specialist I job description.

• Coordinates with Leads and/or Division Managers/Supervisors and brainstorms potential solutions to issues or challenges.
• Communicates information and/or processes with internal and external customers.
• Reviews data entry audit reports and approves for future posting.
• Maintains current knowledge of and performs research on the "Red Flag" requirements and its effect on City operations. Assists in the implementation of changes or new initiatives to the law.
• Remains well versed in City, County, and/or State licensing policies and procedures to process applications for applicable licenses.
• Provides comprehensive training to staff regarding the division to which the incumbent is assigned.
• Creates a variety of reports for review and consideration.
• Assists in implementation of new initiatives and the writing and updates of Standard Operating Procedures for assigned function(s).
• Assists in the promotion of problem solving initiatives and training with other City departments.
• Assists in developing procedures and reporting formats to establish or improve specific accounting processes; may provide lead direction to other support positions and assist in coordinating workflow.
• Reviews transaction journal, control reports and other system reports to ensure data integrity.

• Reviews and edits customer accounts to ensure applicable data (i.e. meter size, billing rates, etc) is appropriate.
• Calculates back charges and/or over payments and submits worksheets to supervisor or applicable requesting agency.
• Processes leak adjustments requests and notifies the appropriate person as to the findings.
• Reviews, audits, and/or edits third party transactions and/or reports to specific utility account payments.
• Recommends and coordinates communication to Utility Billing Contractor.
• Initiates communication with PW Operations Supervisors to troubleshoot potential issues and provides guidance to facilitate solutions.

• Reconciles all A/R accounts and reviews aging reports to ensure payments were received and properly accounted for.
• Provides detailed reports and recommendations regarding collection actions and works with collections agencies in order to remit accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Reviews, codes, and ensures timely payment of monies owed by the City.
• Researches and remains knowledgeable of local and/or national laws/regulations regarding AP/AR provisions and provides recommendations or revisions in order to remain current with requirements.

• May serve as a member of various committees as assigned.
• Provides clerical support to other department staff as required.
• Composes, inputs, and edits a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, and other material requiring judgment as to content, accuracy and completeness.
• May serve as a back-up to related accounting specialist positions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Assists in a variety of areas during absences or peak times.

• High school graduate or equivalency; one (1) year of continuing education from an accredited institution or professional organization in accounting, finance, bookkeeping or a related discipline; and
• Six (6) years of increasingly responsible related work experience including accounting, bookkeeping or a closely related field; or
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible work experience including accounting, bookkeeping or a closely related field AND four (4) years of successful experience within the City's position of Accounting Specialist I; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Additional education or credits towards a related degree may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience (i.e. 20 credits may substitute for one (1) year of experience).

• Attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively.
• Practice customer service focus.
• Maintain positive interactions with all individuals.
• Build collaborative relationships.
• Critical thinking.
• Anticipate problems and develop contingency plans.
• Take initiative within job scope.
• Remain flexible to changing priorities.
• Determine priorities and take prompt action.
• Commitment to racial, social and economic equity issues and working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Meet deadlines and respond to individuals in a timely manner.
• Cognizant of the attitudes, feelings or circumstances of others and have an awareness of how one’s behaviors may impact others.
• Work effectively with others to achieve common goals.
• Practice Social…