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King County, WA · 1 day ago

Business and Finance Officer III

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$108K/yr - $136K/yr

5+ years exp

King County is a vibrant international community dedicated to equity and social justice. The Business & Finance Officer III role at Public Health – Seattle & King County offers experienced financial professionals the opportunity to lead complex procurement and compliance work that directly supports high-impact public health programs.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Work with programs, and division finance teams to translate compliance expectations into fiscal transactions

Assist the General Ledger/Accounts Payable unit in executing all fiscal adjustments and audit requirements

Participate in continuous improvement of oversight systems, processes, and development of tools

Facilitate preparations for external monitoring visits, reviews, audits, and evaluations and participate as appropriate

Assist with Year End and Month End Close processes, taking the lead in reconciling balance accounts

Prepare written and oral responses to inquiries from Finance staff, division managers and supervisors as requested

Plan, organize and participate in financial and compliance audit assignments to assure compliance and dependability of financial records

Provide proficient contribution in allocating Direct Admin Cost and Overhead Cost Allocations

Conduct and/or review revenue allocations

Maintain records in compliance with applicable requirements

When needs arise research current, new and proposed regulatory requirements to determine impact to the department

Provide ongoing support to program finance teams by reconciling ledgers, identifying allowable and unallowable charges in the county's financial system for various projects

Research laws and regulations; review policies and procedures for compliance with state and federal regulations, county code, ordinances, GAAP and GAAS; make recommendations to management on accounting treatments and determinations

Coordinate and compliment the Grants and Compliance Management team’s effort to respond to requests from internal and external auditors

Compile information for completion of reporting, including reports for management, funders and regulators or auditors

Depending on complexity of the request, perform analysis, identify trends and follow-up on opportunities for enhancement

Participate and/or provide training and lead various team and committee meetings, as required

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualification

Accounting experienceAudit experienceCost accountingGAAP knowledgeMicrosoft ExcelFinancial reportingProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Demonstrated at least 5 - 8 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, audit, or grant/contract monitoring

Experience performing complex accounting tasks and audit engagements, particularly in cost accounting in Government or Nonprofit environment

Experience with cost and revenue allocations

Thorough understanding of and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) rules and proclamations

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products with advanced level expertise in Excel

Ability to understand funding sources, policies, and program requirements

Demonstrated experience with cost accounting as it pertains relevant to 2 CFR 200

Ability to communicate orally, and in writing with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and at all levels of an organization related to internal and external stakeholders. Experience analyzing and reporting out on complex issues relating to financial and policy compliance

Demonstrated organizational skills to prioritize multiple work plans that may involve collaboration and facilitation with other staff

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative, and positive working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

Demonstrated keen analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated project management skills to manage through multiple priorities

Valid Driver's License