Senior Accounting Associate

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New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

City of Bellevue is hiring aSenior Accounting Associate Accounts Payable(Limited Term 25 months) to join the Disbursement Division in Finance & Asset Management Department.

• This is the senior level of the job family requiring considerable knowledge of internal policies and procedures and legal requirements applicable to Accounts Payable functions and characterized by the introduction of more significant analysis and interpretation.
• The work involves the mature application of problemsolving techniques to moderately complex issues/situations.
• An incumbent is expected to handle most situations independently referring only those that are unique unprecedented or controversial to a higherlevel authority.
• Providing training/guidance to less experienced employees is also a key function although it is not the primary focus of the job.
• Incumbents at this level may be assigned additional job duties associated with special projects.

• Reviews invoices for accuracy calculation of applicable sales tax proper supporting documentation with the authorized approvals and appropriate coding of expenditures.
• Processes and allocates payments according to vendor specifications.
• Performs a variety of tasks which require in depth knowledge of the AP module of JD Edwards financial system creates vouchers works with automated processes and troubleshoots JDE system anomalies in the AP Module.
• Initiates and evaluates Process Improvements for AP operations and automation of processes.
• Reviews routine finance/accountingrelated transactions input/output and other materials such as records reports invoices and ledgers for timeliness completeness and reasonableness; validates accuracy of data and compliance with explicit internal requirements coding conventions procedures and guidelines; identifies questionable and/or potentially noncompliant data/matters; initiates prompt action to correct/resolve independently where a standard course of action is clearly prescribed; seeks the assistance of more experienced employees in the handling of nonroutine or precedentsetting matters.
• Contacts internal and external customers in order to explain procedural requirements question/validate data provided gather additional information request clarification/backup documentation correct inaccuracies and/or to address other needs/issues prior (or subsequent) to the initiation of processing activities; followsup to ensure pending issues are resolved; keeps supervisor informed of nonroutine issues and recommendations made.
• Acts as a firstlevel problem identification and resolution resource including answering the questions of less experienced employees interpreting/applying technical and/or procedural guidelines and providing overall functional guidance; investigates questionable entries and recommends (or executes) effective corrective measures; may coordinate (or act as liaison) between functions/departments/branches as required to facilitate datagathering or problem resolution.
• Responds to requests from internal/external auditors to locate and provide access to specific files and/or data as requested pursuant to audit activities.
• Sets up and maintains moderately complex PC spreadsheets for use in balancing and reconciling accounts transactions and related accounting operations.
• Provides system support such as maintaining integrity of files updating reports running periodic jobs and other activities of similar scope and complexity.
• Performs work assignments requiring considerable knowledge of internal standards and procedures such as review of expenses multifaceted reconciliations and special projects as requested; refers issues beyond scope of authority to supervisor.

• The end results of this positions work are reviewed; however the performance of the work is generally unsupervised.
• The incumbent has demonstrated competency in performing most job elements and is asked to keep their supervisor informed of any unusual or difficult circumstances that arise.
• Work is typically unsupervised during but end results are reviewed with some frequency.
• An incumbent may provide supervision with respect to lowerlevel accounting support staff.

Core Competencies (Knowledge Skills Abilities):

• This position is expected to be fully competent in Citywide core competencies for all employees as well as Finance Department Core Competencies. These competencies and their definitions are stated below:
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customercentric solutions.
• Innovation: The creation of better or more effective products processing technologies or ideas that create positive change for the organization by challenging the status quo improving what exists and/or creating new approaches.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multimode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm.
• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusion; take action consistent with available facts constraints and anticipated consequences. Critical thinking includes questioning analysis synthesis interpretation inference inductive and deductive reasoning intuition application and creativity. Ability to assess and interpret work. Ability to develop evaluate implement and modify work. Ability to make accurate decisions.
• Nimble Learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tracking new problems using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Observe monitor collect and record data; and assess accuracy validity and integrity.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Professional and Technical Knowledge: Demonstrate a proficient level of professional and technical skills and/or knowledge in accounting concepts principles and rules or regulations that affect financial activities as they relate to municipal governments and keep current with developments and trends. Knowledge and ability to use applicable information technology and systems to meet work needs.
• Functional Oversight:Oversee and administer a process or function to ensure compliance with appropriate laws policies and procedures and meet appropriate goals and objectives. Participate in development of goals objectives and measures related to the process or function for inclusion in strategic plans. Propose or participate in process improvements related to the function. May support clients in accomplishing objectives related to the function. May be required to work with clients to implement changes to processes or function. Ability to remain flexible to meet constantly changing and sometimes opposing demands.
• Financial Monitoring and Analysis: Monitor and collect data to assess accuracy and integrity; analyze data; ensure compliance with applicable standards rules regulations and systems of internal control; interpret and evaluate results prepare documentation; create financial reports and/or presentations.
• Skill in exchanging information with internal and external customers. Requires positive customer relations skills business acumen and customer relations attitude.
• Effective organization/prioritization skills.

• Content and application of accounting models as they relate to AP procedures.
• Internal practices and guidelines as they relate to unique AP procedures.
• Accounting fundamentals relating to debits/credits and their relationship to the General Ledger.
• Sources and availability of information relevant to the assigned function and the nature of questions typically received.
• Standards and practices for establishing and maintaining valid accounting documentation and a credible audit trail.
• State and/or local regulations affecting the AP function.
• Accounting practices relating to the proofing and balancing of accounts transactions and/or data entry.
• Modern office procedures practices and equipment.

• Apply effective oral communication skills to explain clarify and resolve nonroutine issues.
• Balance/or and reconcile complex transactions accounts and/or data input relative to the assigned accounting function.
• Apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the role of Senior Associate to special projects requiring critical thinking problem solving and collaboration as part of a project team.
• Provide guidance and onthejob training to less experienced accounting staff as needed or assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of the functionality operation and application of internal online systems sufficient to efficiently and effectively complete work assignments.
• Use automated systems and operate office equipment/software at an acceptable level of proficiency.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by job responsibilities.
• Gain and apply knowledge of daily operating procedures and internal standards processes and procedures as they relate to the AP function.
• Comply with documentation standards relative to the AP function.
• Remain flexible to meet constantly changing and sometimes opposing demands.

• Graduation from a 2year college or university program related to business or accounting.
• Four years of progressively responsible directly related work experience with a minimum of one year at the Accounting Associate level with AP experience or equivalent.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office ator .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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