Accountant III - Government Accounting Washington District Perm Career $ 115K

Accountant III
- Government Accounting Washington District Perm Career $ 115K

Ellensburg, United States | Posted on 07/02/2025

Title:
Accountant III
- Government Accounting Washington District Perm Career $ 115K

Company:

Leading public sectororganization

Salary:

Upto $ 115k base +bonus + benefits

Based:
Hybrid working based in City of Ellensburg

Type:
Full time permanent position

Job Description:

Weare recruiting on behalf of a leading public sector organization seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Finance Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated financial professional to take on a leadership role in managing accounting operations, compliance, financial reporting, and audits. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will provide financial oversight across various city operations while mentoring accounting staff.

Ifyou are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for public finance and astrong background in accounting, we encourage you to apply.

• Prepare and oversee monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GASB and BARS.
• Conductfinancial analysis to support decision-making and provide recommendations basedon data insights.
• Managethe debt service fund budgets and ensure compliance with bond revenue and expenditure guidelines.

• Actas the primary liaison with auditors and oversee the annual financial audit.
• Serveas the organization’s Audit Officer, ensuring adherence to financial policies,internal controls, and state/federal regulations.
• Implement and enforce fiscal controls and procedures across all departments.
• Supervise all accounts payable, receivable, payroll, journal entries, and otheraccounting functions.
• Monitorcity projects using project accounting methods and ensure proper documentation of grant expenditures.
• Oversee all disbursements, bank reconciliations, and cash flow management.
• Maintain compliance with grant funding requirements and prepare financial reports forgrant applications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting team members, including Accounting Specialists and Accountant II staff.
• Assistin policy development, process improvements, and financial best practicesimplementation.
• Provide training on accounting software systems and coordinate with IT teams/vendors to troubleshoot issues.

• Collaborate with leadership on budget preparation and capital improvement plans.
• Develop and update financial policies and procedures, ensuring they align with regulatory changes.
• Leadfixed asset inventory tracking, including depreciation schedules and year-endreconciliations.

• Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) participation.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + Exempt Leave +Paid Holidays.
• Professional development, training opportunities, and career growth pathways.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting,Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public sector accounting, financial reporting, or municipal finance.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience,managing accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of GASB and BARSreporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial software systems and ERP platforms.
• Excellent analytical, organizational,and problem-solving skills.

• CPA, CGFM, or CPFO certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Prior experience in municipal financeor government accounting.
• Familiarity with grant management and intergovernmental funding.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license(or obtain one before hire).
• Ability to pass a credit and background check (must be bondable).
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR/AEDcertification within six months of hire.