Accounting Specialist IV

The City of Bonney Lake is hiring for an Accounting Specialist IV. This position performs a variety of moderate to complex level administrative, accounting, clerical, and potential supervisory work in support of the finance and accounting functions of the City. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require some independent judgment. Contribute to the Citys vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

This position is Open Until Filled with a first Review Date of October 29, 2025

Supervision

Reports To : Division Manager and / or Chief Financial Officer

Supervises : May supervise Accounting Specialist I / II and / or other employees as assigned

Note : duties listed in the job description are in addition to the Accounting Specialist I / II / III job description(s).

Essential Functions

• Serve as the senior member and leader of assigned section or unit.
• Train, assign, and review work of assigned staff; estimate time and personnel required to complete work projects; ensure assignments are compliance with policies, standards and time schedules.
• Enforce policies, regulations, and safety and health standards.
• Develop operating procedures.
• Assist in decision making, goal setting, scheduling, planning, peer review, and problem solving.
• Assist in the preparation of a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes.
• Communicate and coordinate with Division Manager / Supervisor and / or the CFO in order to establish priorities.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within scope of knowledge or refers to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare and maintains daily, monthly, and annual reports and records, as assigned.
• Prepare and files leasehold and excise tax returns.
• Maintain current skills and knowledge inapplicable standard specifications and the proper and safe techniques of construction and maintenance functions and assures compliance to these standards.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and provides recommendations as to the quality, quantity, and suitability of various services and / or supplies and assists in the implementation of new initiatives and the writing and updates of Standard Operating Procedures for assigned function(s).
• Assist in the promotion of problem-solving initiatives and training with other City departments.
• Troubleshoot various automated software applications and initiates communications / coordinates with internal / external support staff.
• Maintain, monitor, and provide oversight for a variety of City schedules and subsidiary ledgers.
• Perform monthly and yearly reconciliations and reports for a variety of key financial areas, including bank reconciliations.
• Monitor a variety of revenue streams and provides reports. Prepares and remits Business & Occupation taxes related to utility billing.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication and solutions to inter / intra departmental issues and assists in resolving challenges.
• Research, verify, and report on various financial and personnel issues as they arise.
• Perform frequent inspections of work products toensure that employees are meeting project schedules and are performing work assignments in an efficient and effective manner.
• May serve as a member of various committees as assigned.
• Provide clerical support to other department staff as required.
• Compose, input, and edit a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, and other material requiring judgment as to content, accuracy and completeness.
• May serve as a back-up to related accounting specialist positions including Payroll, and Accounts Payable / Receivable, and Utility Billing.
• Assists in a variety of areas during absences or peak times.
• Create an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by welcoming and meeting the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to the field.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL LEDGER

Education, Experience and License Requirements

Competency Requirements

Bookkeeping and accounting practices and principles.

Physical Demands

Work Environment

The complete job description is located here.

Core Values

The City is a team of dedicated professionals who respect and serve the community and each another and has highlighted six core values :

Compensation details : 34.9-45.36 Hourly Wage

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Preferred

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