Accounting Technician Temporary Pool

Have you ever thought about working for the City of Seattle? Working as a temporary employee can provide you with an opportunity to get your foot in the door and experience working in a variety of City offices and departments!

Currently, we are seeking qualified applicants who are willing to learn and grow to join our Temporary Employment Services (TES) Accounting Technician pools! We have opportunities throughout the City of Seattle to contribute important skills to carry out the departments' vital work! Temporary assignments may be full or part-time, days of the week and hours may vary as may work locations.

Temporary employees are employed by the City and work assignments usually range from two weeks up to six months or longer. Some temporary employees perform represented work and are governed by a collective bargaining agreement between the City and PTE Local 17, Administrative Support Unit.

Listed below are examples of the type of work done by Accounting Technicians

Accounting Technician II:

• Processes invoices for payment and reviews and audits invoices to ensure accuracy
• Prepares payroll/personnel documents and updates files to ensure proper and accurate employee, salary and benefit information
• Posts accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Verifies and balances all journal and ledger entries

Accounting Technician III:

• Serves a lead worker to coordinate assignments, resolve problems, monitor work and provide instruction on tasks and proper work methods
• Performs more complex duties related to reconciliation, balancing or processing of vouchers, ledgers, journals, reports or statements
• Researches and resolves difficult billing inquiries and account and budget information requested by internal or external customers 

You will be most successful if you have one or more of the below:

• Comprehensive knowledge of financial record keeping methods, procedures and practices and a basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of the City's Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and the Financial Management System
• Strong written and oral communications skills as well as a focus on listening
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Accounting Technician II 

• Requires two years of accounting/bookkeeping experience

Or

• One year of experience as an Accounting Technician I

Or

• A combination of education/training/experience which provides an equivalent background needed to perform the job successfully).

Accounting Technician III 

• Requires three years of accounting/bookkeeping experience

Or

• One year of work experience as an Accounting Technician II

Or

• A combination of education/training/experience which provides an equivalent background needed to perform the job successfully).

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.

These temporary, non-benefit-eligible positions are eligible for overtime. Employees will receive premium pay in lieu of benefits. The full pay range for the step-progression Accounting Technician II position is $32.55 - $37.82 per hour, and for the Accounting Technician III position, it is $35.72 - $41.59 per hour. Temporary employees start at Step 1 of the pay progression. For the Accounting Technician II, Step 1 is $32.55/hour. For the Accounting Technician III, Step 1 is $35.72/hour.

Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation. 

To be considered for the Temporary Accounting Technician Pool you must submit a complete application and attach a resume. Incomplete application and/or missing resume will not be considered. 

This temporary assignment is open to all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. The City 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, medical condition, or pregnancy. The City encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

City of Seattle is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request. The City is a Drug Free Workplace. 

Salary : $33 - $38