Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Open Date :   September 29, 2025

Close Date :   Open Until Filled – First Review will be October 15, 2025

Salary :   $7,021 - $7,941 / month plus benefits – FLSA Exempt

RECRUITMENT DESCRIPTION :

The City of Ellensburg has a vacancy for a full-time Finance Officer in the Energy Services Department.  The person in this position will ensure timely and accurate accounting and administrative support to the Energy Services Department, the municipality, and its utility customers.

Will provide a variety of routine and complex analytical, technical, and administrative support to the Energy Services Department.  Assist in the administration of standard operating policies and procedures of the department.  Ensure financial system integrity through monitoring and analysis of a full range of accounting activities.  Perform complex accounting functions following the principles of accounting and financial reporting as set forth in the State of Washington Budget, Accounting and Report system (BARS), and City policies and procedures.

CORE VALUES :

All employees are expected to model and foster the City of Ellensburg’s core values in the performance of their duties and their interactions while representing the City and serving the community. The values of Compassion (we care), Courage (we do the right thing), and Conviction (we work hard) promote and maintain a high level of service and are the tie that binds all City employees together, across departments.

QUALIFICATIONS :

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE :

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or finance
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in a field related to utilities, energy, sustainability, public administration, business or similar
• One (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience
• Please Note : An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of some of the requirements above, as determined by Management

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE and / or EXPERIENCE :

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Benefits include Public Employees Retirement System and Social Security; Medical / Dental / Life / Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), VEBA, paid time off (PTO bank), exempt leave, holidays, and employee choice days.

To apply for this position and view a complete job posting including detailed duties, responsibilities, and qualifications please visit the employment section of our website at www.ci.ellensburg.wa.us.  This position is Open Until Filled – First Review will take place on October 15, 2025.  EOE.

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