Accounting Technician

The City of Kent is currently accepting applications for an Accounting Technician position in our Information Technology Department. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for performing a variety of difficult and complex accounting and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will be able to keep detailed and accurate records; possess exceptional accounting skills; and be adept at solving problems in a fast-paced work environment.

If you have three (3) years of increasingly responsible accounting, bookkeeping or related experience, the Accounting Technician may be just the position for you!

The selection process for this position will consist of a phone screen, panel interview, and an Excel assessment. Phone screen and panel interviews are scheduled for mid-to-late May. Dates are tentative and subject to change. A second interview may also be scheduled for finalists.

This is a full-time position that is represented by the AFSCME union. An unranked eligibility list may be established at the conclusion of the selection process that would then be in effect for up to 12 months.

** A cover letter and resume are required with your online application in order for your application to be considered complete. Uploading your resume to auto-fill portions of the application does not automatically attach it to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered for this position. Please note that you cannot attach documents to your application after it has been submitted.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your online application, please call our office at  and we will do our best to assist you.**

SALARY:

$5,805.00 - $7,065.00 per month, depending on experience

For a listing of benefits, please use the following link:
Employee Benefits | City of Kent (kentwa.gov)

Additional information may also be found in the AFSCME contract, which you can access at Human Resources | City of Kent (kentwa.gov)

The City of Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.