Accounting Technician-Accounts Payable

Accounting Technician – Accounts Payable

Jefferson County Auditor’s Office is seeking an Accounting Technician – Accounts Payable. The role coordinates financial management of accounting activities, provides technical leadership and training to financial staff, and conducts the final audit of vouchers, employee reimbursement payments, and payments for goods and services purchased by the County and other jurisdictions including Junior Taxing Districts within the County.

The Accounting Technician monitors budget lines, contract compliance, sales/use tax collection with monthly and quarterly submission to the Department of Revenue, audits bank reconciliations for all County bank accounts, and processes monthly journal entries for current year refund of expenditures.

• Associates degree (AA) in accounting or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years related accounting or bookkeeping experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six (6) years related accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Governmental accounting experience preferred.

40 hours per week, Grade 29 UFCW position. Pay range is $30.65 - $37.69/hour, starting pay typically $30.65, depending on experience. Full medical benefits including dental and vision, retirement through Washington State DRS, paid time off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, and bereavement leave.

• Complete the application form being sure to indicate the position you’re applying for on the application.
• Attach a resume and cover letter.
• Include three professional references.
• Save your submittal, which will automatically forward your application packet.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and ADA Compliant.