Temporary Senior Accountant W/ Seattle Public Utilities' (Spu) Accounting Division

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) has an exciting TEMPORARY Senior Accountant opportunity for its General Ledger and Cost Accounting group. This position will provide technical expertise for the complex functions with the City's financial system, PeopleSoft.

This Temporary Senior Accountant will perform complex data analysis, develop queries, balance large volume of data, recommend process improvement, and assist in the preparation of SPU's three audited financial statements. This position will work closely with four Principal Accountants, Budget, and Rates staff, and will also assist Accountants with reconciliation and sophisticated journals.

This TEMPORARY opportunity is initially non-benefitted and is expected to last up to 11-months in duration.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU's work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:  

• SPU Website

• SPU Workplace Expectations

• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

• Develop and analyze complex accounting reconciliations

• Collaborate with project managers, finance, law, and other City departments to formulate best practices in accounting

• Review and analyze contracts and regulatory pronouncement and provide summary interpretations

• Propose business process improvement

• Perform other accounting duties, as assigned

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

• Experience with PeopleSoft or other large enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial system, as well as experience using complex reconciliations using Excel

• Experience leading complex accounting projects including trust fund accounting and complied complex estimates.

Experience: Requires three (3) years' professional experience in general or governmental accounting

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related discipline - requires satisfactory completion of at least 24 semester hours or 36 quarter credit units in accounting with no substitution allowed (OR if no degree two (2) additional years of qualifying accounting experience is required.

A combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class, will be considered.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

• Experience with PeopleSoft or other large enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial system, as well as experience using complex reconciliations using Excel

• Experience leading complex accounting projects including trust fund accounting and complied complex estimates.

How to Apply:

In addition to fully completing the online application, we require candidates to attach a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should address your knowledge and experience related to the position.

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17.  Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. 

The full salary range for this position is $44.61 per hour - $51.95 per hour. Temporary employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, at $44.61 per hour.

Workplace Environment (*Telework Expectation):

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office twice a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans

If you have any questions, please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart at Heather.Baldwin-Stewart@seattle.gov.