King County
The
Department of Human Resources (DHR)
has an outstanding opportunity for adetail-oriented and resourceful financial professional to join the Finance section within the Director’s Office as a
Business and Finance Officer IV (BFO IV) .
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the
BFO IV
plays an important role in the department's financial policy development, rate setting, and strategic long-range financial planning. The
BFO IV
is a key contributor to the departmental budgeting process, and the development and implementation of financial plans to align with DHR's strategic vision. In addition, the
BFO IV
works with the CFO, who manages the department financial and accounting functions in accordance with King County's enterprise-wide financial management policies, procedures, and systems. This role will also assist with the management of a complex Employee Health Benefits Program Fund in a highly unionized environment, assuring regulatory compliance of a self-insured benefit plan, as well as the management of the Workers’ Compensation Fund. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to expand their knowledge and experience in Budgeting, Finance, and Accounting.Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. This role will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. As the
BFO IV , you will:
Be responsible for day-to-day fiscal and accounting processes for the department following the accounting principles and internal controls. Work on biennial budget development and monitoring, and grants management. Work closely with division leadership on financial monitoring of various programs. Develop quantitative analyses and financial modeling for potential changes in funding; make recommendations based on findings. Participate as a member of the Extended Management Team to develop and implement the department's strategic direction. Develop, recommend, and implement the department rate-setting process. Work with department CFO, County leadership and staff in the analysis and evaluation of rate proposals. Prepare the department and respective division financial plans and programs. Make recommendations about funding allocations and opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce risk. Assure preparation of clear and accurate financial status and progress reports. Assume CFO’s responsibility when the CFO is absent. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with significant accounting coursework and five years increasingly responsible experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis,
OR Any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties. Other Qualifications: Experience in financial management leadership, including a track record in large complex organizations. Knowledge of current standards and developing trends in public sector budgeting, government fund accounting, managerial and financial accounting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and federal and state grant accounting and reporting. Ability to anticipate and plan for future strategic and business needs, including the assessment of financial implications and tradeoffs. Commitment to Equity and Social Justice and pursuing changes to policies and practices that address systemic racism and inequities. Experience with auditing and working with federal, state, and local auditors to resolve issues successfully. Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to a variety of internal and external audiences, including briefing senior level management. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels both internally and externally. Knowledge of public administration, government contracting, and personnel administration. Demonstrated organizational skills, including effective time and project management, and planning skills. Advanced experience using financial software and systems. Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of the Hyperion budgeting system and the Oracle/EBS financial system. Knowledge of legislative process. Knowledge of labor relations techniques and principles. Experience in the public sector. Skill in effectively working in a political environment. Background working with healthcare and/or Workers’ Compensation/Disability claims.
Who May Apply This recruitment is open to King County employees and the public and will be used to fill one career service position.
Other Position Information This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and 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 not represented by a collective bargaining agreement and is classified as a Business and Finance Officer IV; class code: 2131400.
Selection Process If you are ready to bring your talents to public service, apply online with King County Careers, and include:
An online employment application, with employment history going back at least seven years, or more to include all relevant experience, and responses to supplemental questions. A cover letter no longer than two pages outlining how your skills and experience qualify you for the position. Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. Initial screening will be based on a review of application materials. The most competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a series of one or more interviews.
For more information on this recruitment, please contact: Elisha Mackey, HR Manager, Elisha.Mackey@kingcounty.gov
Teleworking Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed predominately through a hybrid schedule of onsite and remote work. 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 and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing its carbon footprint.King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support remote work. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
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 this position, 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, contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. About the company
King County is located in the US state of Washington. Notice
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Department of Human Resources (DHR)
has an outstanding opportunity for adetail-oriented and resourceful financial professional to join the Finance section within the Director’s Office as a
Business and Finance Officer IV (BFO IV) .
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the
BFO IV
plays an important role in the department's financial policy development, rate setting, and strategic long-range financial planning. The
BFO IV
is a key contributor to the departmental budgeting process, and the development and implementation of financial plans to align with DHR's strategic vision. In addition, the
BFO IV
works with the CFO, who manages the department financial and accounting functions in accordance with King County's enterprise-wide financial management policies, procedures, and systems. This role will also assist with the management of a complex Employee Health Benefits Program Fund in a highly unionized environment, assuring regulatory compliance of a self-insured benefit plan, as well as the management of the Workers’ Compensation Fund. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to expand their knowledge and experience in Budgeting, Finance, and Accounting.Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. This role will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. As the
BFO IV , you will:
Be responsible for day-to-day fiscal and accounting processes for the department following the accounting principles and internal controls. Work on biennial budget development and monitoring, and grants management. Work closely with division leadership on financial monitoring of various programs. Develop quantitative analyses and financial modeling for potential changes in funding; make recommendations based on findings. Participate as a member of the Extended Management Team to develop and implement the department's strategic direction. Develop, recommend, and implement the department rate-setting process. Work with department CFO, County leadership and staff in the analysis and evaluation of rate proposals. Prepare the department and respective division financial plans and programs. Make recommendations about funding allocations and opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce risk. Assure preparation of clear and accurate financial status and progress reports. Assume CFO’s responsibility when the CFO is absent. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with significant accounting coursework and five years increasingly responsible experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis,
OR Any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties. Other Qualifications: Experience in financial management leadership, including a track record in large complex organizations. Knowledge of current standards and developing trends in public sector budgeting, government fund accounting, managerial and financial accounting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and federal and state grant accounting and reporting. Ability to anticipate and plan for future strategic and business needs, including the assessment of financial implications and tradeoffs. Commitment to Equity and Social Justice and pursuing changes to policies and practices that address systemic racism and inequities. Experience with auditing and working with federal, state, and local auditors to resolve issues successfully. Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to a variety of internal and external audiences, including briefing senior level management. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels both internally and externally. Knowledge of public administration, government contracting, and personnel administration. Demonstrated organizational skills, including effective time and project management, and planning skills. Advanced experience using financial software and systems. Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of the Hyperion budgeting system and the Oracle/EBS financial system. Knowledge of legislative process. Knowledge of labor relations techniques and principles. Experience in the public sector. Skill in effectively working in a political environment. Background working with healthcare and/or Workers’ Compensation/Disability claims.
Who May Apply This recruitment is open to King County employees and the public and will be used to fill one career service position.
Other Position Information This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and 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 not represented by a collective bargaining agreement and is classified as a Business and Finance Officer IV; class code: 2131400.
Selection Process If you are ready to bring your talents to public service, apply online with King County Careers, and include:
An online employment application, with employment history going back at least seven years, or more to include all relevant experience, and responses to supplemental questions. A cover letter no longer than two pages outlining how your skills and experience qualify you for the position. Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. Initial screening will be based on a review of application materials. The most competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a series of one or more interviews.
For more information on this recruitment, please contact: Elisha Mackey, HR Manager, Elisha.Mackey@kingcounty.gov
Teleworking Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed predominately through a hybrid schedule of onsite and remote work. 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 and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing its carbon footprint.King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support remote work. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
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 this position, 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, 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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