Staff Accountant Job Pasco area,Washington USA,Accounting

Compensation

Salary : $82,201.60 - $98,675.20 Annually

Location : City of Pasco, WA

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Number:

Department: Finance

Division: Accounting

Opening Date: 08/24/2026

Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA: Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION

LOCATION:

City of Pasco, WA (on-site)

JOB TYPE:
Regular/Full-Time

UNION STATUS:
Non-Represented

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flex scheduling may be available per department approval)

FIRST REVIEW DATE:
Open until filled, with first review on August 31st

THE ROLE:

As a Staff Accountant, you will play a critical role in maintaining the City's financial integrity by supporting general ledger functions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and financial management activities. This position ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Washington State Auditor requirements while supporting sound internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. You will collaborate with Finance staff, City departments, and external agencies to support financial reporting, audits, and fiscal planning.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing financial statements, reports, and projections in accordance with GAAP
Maintaining and reconciling journals, ledgers, and financial records
Monitoring fund activity and resolving discrepancies
Supporting payroll-related accounting, labor and benefit budgeting
Performing financial analysis related to rates, labor agreements, and debt service
Accounting for grants, debt issuance, and reimbursement tracking
Assisting with budget preparation and long-term financial planning
Serving as a resource to departments on financial policies and procedures

A background check will be required upon acceptance of a conditional offer.

REQUIRED

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Three (3) or more years of accounting experience, including financial reporting and application of GAAP
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and governmental accounting practices
Proficiency in spreadsheets and financial systems
Ability to analyze financial data and perform complex calculations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in governmental accounting
Experience with grant accounting and debt service tracking
Knowledge of Washington State accounting and reporting requirements
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

The City offers a full benefits package for the employee and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including:

Medical coverage at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level
Dental coverage at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month
Basic life insurance paid by the City and optional supplemental coverage
12 days of vacation during the 1st year and 12 days of sick leave (accrual-based)
10 holidays plus 1 floating holiday annually
Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) pension plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan with up to 4% City contribution
Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and flexible scheduling (per department approval)

SAFETY / WORK CONDITIONS:

Work is primarily performed in an office environment
Requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and detailed analytical work
May occasionally require extended hours, including evenings or weekends

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

* The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The City offers a full benefits package with affordable options for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Maintaining a positive work life balance is important, to help aid this balance, employees receive great vacation, sick, and paid holiday benefits.

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