Accounting Assistant 2 - Finance and Enterprise Services

After initial training period, you will be in office two times a month, and the rest remote.

In this role, you’ll manage accounts payable and receivable transactions, prepare invoices for other County departments, and coordinate internal and external billing. You’ll play an important role in keeping financial transactions accurate, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring payments and billings are processed efficiently.

The Finance & Enterprise Services Department delivers enterprise-wide services that support every County department and many external partners, ensuring Pierce County operates effectively, efficiently, and with strong public stewardship. Finance & Enterprise Services staff provide a broad portfolio of high-impact, countywide services, including budgeting and performance management, fiscal services, procurement and contracting, information technology, general services, fleet services, and risk management.

Employees have the opportunity to work on strategic, enterprise-level initiatives, collaborate across departments, provide the operational and technical backbone which ensures the smooth delivery of services across the organization, and deliver critical analysis and decision support that informs leadership and shapes County priorities. The Finance & Enterprise Services Department is focused on creating a culture where employees can help improve service delivery to make a meaningful impact on County operations and the community.

The Department leads with safety, empowerment, and collaboration to create an environment where every person can contribute, challenge ideas, and continuously improve.

Learn more about Finance and Enterprise Services Information here.

You’re detail-oriented, organized, and accountable, with the ability to manage a steady volume of transactions (60
-100 per month) while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to tracking work, prioritizing competing demands, and following through will help you build effective working relationships and succeed in this role.

Working for Pierce County means joining an organization that supports your growth. We offer leadership development, online learning, and many training opportunities to help you build skills at every stage of your career. This support helps you succeed in your role and contribute to strong communities, reliable services, and access for all residents.

• Reconciles supporting documents to County records using warrant listing, payroll expenditure reports, monthly revenue/expenditure transfers, and cash receipts according to general accounting practices.
• Verifies warrant listings or checks to correct Purchase Orders or court order which include verifying amounts, account codes and vendors. Mails issued remittance to recipients.
• Audits payment vouchers and employee claim for expenses for accuracy and compliance with state and county statutes.
• Batches vouchers, checks and/or cash for data entry and financial system processing.
• Analyzes financial system transaction rejects and makes necessary corrections. Analyzes expenditures, prepares calculations, and verifies accuracy of Washington State BARS account code distribution.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

• Two or more years of progressively responsible bookkeeping, accounting, auditing or closely related work experience OR

• Substituting on a month-for-month basis successful completion of course work in bookkeeping, accounting or closely related subjects relevant to the requirements of the position for a…