Burlingtonwa is hiring: Accounting Supervisor in Burlington

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This position is the primary backup to the Finance Director. Under the direction of and in coordination with the Finance Director, this role will be responsible for the management of the City’s general accounting functions and assist in the management and oversight of the general ledger, budget preparation and monitoring, as well as review of payroll entries, accounts payable and accounts receivable. This role accumulates financial data and verifies it for accuracy in preparation for all City accounting processes. This position may provide technical guidance and supervision to other Finance Department personnel and other City departments.

Responsibilities

The primary backup to the Finance Director with responsibilities including management of the City’s general accounting functions, oversight of the general ledger, budget preparation and monitoring, and review of payroll entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Accumulate and verify financial data for accuracy in preparation for City accounting processes. May provide technical guidance and supervision to Finance Department personnel and other City departments.

Application Process

• To apply for the position, you are required to submit the following three (3) items: letter of interest, resume, and completed City of Burlington application for employment.
• City of Burlington application for employment forms can be found on the City’s website at www.burlingtonwa.gov/jobs, or by request at City Hall, 833 S. Spruce Street, Burlington, WA 98233.
• Complete application packets must be submitted in a sealed envelope via mail, in-person to Burlington City Hall, ATTN: HR/Amber Robinson, or emailed to HR@burlingtonwa.gov.

Position open until filled; first review Friday, October 24, 2025.

Qualifications

See attached Job Announcement and Job Description.

Special Requirements

See attached Job Announcement and Job Description.

Benefits

Sick and vacation leave, paid holidays and personal holiday, Employee Assistance Program, medical, vision and dental insurance and Washington State PERS retirement.

Category: Employment Opportunities | Status: Open | Salary: $79,193.62-$101,337.87 annually (2025 Salary Schedule) | Posted: October 9, 2025 8:00 AM | Closing: Open Until Filled | Attached Files: 2025 Accounting Supervisor Job Description, 2025 Job Announcement - Accounting Supervisor

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