King County
This recruitment is to fill one Term Limited Temporary position that is anticipated to end December 2024. If filled by a King County employee who has passed their initial probation, the TLT will be as a Special Duty Assignment.
King County’s Finance and Business Operations Division, Financial Management section, is seeking a
Lease Accounting Lead (Business & Finance Officer 3)!
Do you delight in providing meaningful financial information to King County’s residents? Do you thrive on details, and enjoy interpreting complex transactions and documents to extract accounting information from them?
If so, this fantastic opportunity to join King County’s Financial Accounting Unit as a
Lease Accounting Lead
may be for you! This position oversees a team of four Lease Accountants; the team has primary responsibility for identifying, interpreting, and capitalizing new leases under the requirements of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for Governments in the United States (GAAP). The work in 2023 will be heavily focused on software leases ( GASB 96: Subscription Based Information Technology Arrangements ) and Availability Payment Arrangements ( GASB 94: Public-Private and Public-Public Partnerships and Availability Payment Arrangements ) while 2024 will focus on harmonizing and optimizing the County’s implementation of
GASB 87: Leases
along with GASB 94 and GASB 96.
Scope of Job Duties:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to: Serve as the County’s subject matter expert on lease accounting for all County funds. Lead and mentor effective teams consistent with the County’s values particularly, we are racially just, we respect all people, and we are responsible stewards. Independently and with minimal supervision, prepare notes to the financial statements (proprietary or governmental funds) on the full accrual or modified accrual basis of accounting; prepare schedules supporting the notes, and support audits of those notes. Prepare concise, organized, written and oral responses to inquiries from agency staff, auditors, colleagues, and the public. Interpret accounting policies, standards, and audit guides to ensure conformity and compliance with legislation and authoritative pronouncements. Develop and recommend process and procedure changes as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications: Experience in governmental accounting / financial reporting, governmental audit experience, or equivalent experience in a non-governmental setting. Experience accounting for Leases under any of the modern lease accounting standards (GASB 87, ASC 842, or IFRS 16). Technical experience using automated accounting, financial management, and financial reporting systems. Can effectively use the Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and willing to learn Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs). Ability to think critically and perform financial analysis and reporting of complex accounting information requiring high attention to detail Possess a range of leadership and communication skills that enable effective communication with individuals from diverse backgrounds at all levels of the organization, auditors, and customers outside the organization. Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products. We would love it if you have: Accounting license (CPA) or certification (CGFM, CPFO, CMA, etc.) Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline Experience with LEAN processes and principles Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools
The Finance and Business Operations Division's mission is to provide exceptional customer value for accounting, procurement, treasury, and small business services. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values.
Other Position Information: This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore is not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position is represented by Teamsters 117.
The work associated with this position will be hybrid. Typically, one day in office per week and three days in office per week during peak workload, February 15 – April 15.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop. When working remotely employees must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
The Application Process: A completed King County Application is required. The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification.
We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter
addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
First review of applications will begin on June 26, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact: Caitlyn Prouty, Recruiter Email: cprouty@kingcounty.gov
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
About the company
King County is located in the US state of Washington. Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000. Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility. An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
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King County’s Finance and Business Operations Division, Financial Management section, is seeking a
Lease Accounting Lead (Business & Finance Officer 3)!
Do you delight in providing meaningful financial information to King County’s residents? Do you thrive on details, and enjoy interpreting complex transactions and documents to extract accounting information from them?
If so, this fantastic opportunity to join King County’s Financial Accounting Unit as a
Lease Accounting Lead
may be for you! This position oversees a team of four Lease Accountants; the team has primary responsibility for identifying, interpreting, and capitalizing new leases under the requirements of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for Governments in the United States (GAAP). The work in 2023 will be heavily focused on software leases ( GASB 96: Subscription Based Information Technology Arrangements ) and Availability Payment Arrangements ( GASB 94: Public-Private and Public-Public Partnerships and Availability Payment Arrangements ) while 2024 will focus on harmonizing and optimizing the County’s implementation of
GASB 87: Leases
along with GASB 94 and GASB 96.
Scope of Job Duties:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to: Serve as the County’s subject matter expert on lease accounting for all County funds. Lead and mentor effective teams consistent with the County’s values particularly, we are racially just, we respect all people, and we are responsible stewards. Independently and with minimal supervision, prepare notes to the financial statements (proprietary or governmental funds) on the full accrual or modified accrual basis of accounting; prepare schedules supporting the notes, and support audits of those notes. Prepare concise, organized, written and oral responses to inquiries from agency staff, auditors, colleagues, and the public. Interpret accounting policies, standards, and audit guides to ensure conformity and compliance with legislation and authoritative pronouncements. Develop and recommend process and procedure changes as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications: Experience in governmental accounting / financial reporting, governmental audit experience, or equivalent experience in a non-governmental setting. Experience accounting for Leases under any of the modern lease accounting standards (GASB 87, ASC 842, or IFRS 16). Technical experience using automated accounting, financial management, and financial reporting systems. Can effectively use the Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and willing to learn Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs). Ability to think critically and perform financial analysis and reporting of complex accounting information requiring high attention to detail Possess a range of leadership and communication skills that enable effective communication with individuals from diverse backgrounds at all levels of the organization, auditors, and customers outside the organization. Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products. We would love it if you have: Accounting license (CPA) or certification (CGFM, CPFO, CMA, etc.) Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline Experience with LEAN processes and principles Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools
The Finance and Business Operations Division's mission is to provide exceptional customer value for accounting, procurement, treasury, and small business services. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values.
Other Position Information: This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore is not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position is represented by Teamsters 117.
The work associated with this position will be hybrid. Typically, one day in office per week and three days in office per week during peak workload, February 15 – April 15.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop. When working remotely employees must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
The Application Process: A completed King County Application is required. The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification.
We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter
addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
First review of applications will begin on June 26, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact: Caitlyn Prouty, Recruiter Email: cprouty@kingcounty.gov
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
About the company
King County is located in the US state of Washington. Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000. Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility. An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
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