Snohomish County, WA
Accountant (Health Department)
Snohomish County, WA
Base Pay Range $74,939.04/yr - $110,731.32/yr
Job Description This position is open until noon on December 19th 2025, when the first review of applications will begin.
A cover letter and resume are required with your online application in order for your application to be considered complete.
Why Join Snohomish County? Snohomish County’s commitment to life‑work balance and an inclusive culture. The County offers outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities to our employees, and we also enjoy flexible work schedules, telework options and a convenient downtown Everett, WA location. Snohomish County believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and is committed to embedding these values into our workplace culture.
Teleworking Options The Health Department typically has a hybrid model for most roles; however, it is outlined by the supervisor for the given role based on performance and business needs. When working remotely, employees are expected to maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Snohomish County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
Definition Under direction of the Finance Manager, the Accountant performs specialized phases of accounting, budgeting, and grant/contract management. Grant/contract management activities include evaluation, administration, monitoring, and record keeping. General Accounting activities include assisting with preparation of financial, performance and related statistical data and providing support during the annual audit and budget development as well as maintaining and analyzing general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting the internal audit function. The incumbent is expected to apply a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), quality improvement principles and applicable Federal and State Laws and/or guidance, including 2 CFR 200. Work is performed under limited supervision requiring independent judgment, discretion, and initiative.
Job Duties
In coordination with the Health Department and County Managers and/or leadership, assess the financial feasibility of new grants and/or contracts.
Review new grants and/or contract documents for compliance with county policies as well as applicable local, State or Federal Rules.
Makes recommendations for design and implementation of a centralized grant/contract workflow.
Perform Quality Assurance review of grant and contract billing.
Prepare or provide support in preparing required grant reports within required deadlines.
Act as Lead fiscal contact during programmatic audits or fiscal monitoring of grants.
Prepare appropriate General Ledger journal entries and/or review those prepared by other Finance staff.
Coordinate departmental general ledger maintenance with the County.
Review vendor invoices and payroll claims for payment for accuracy.
Review and approve purchases relating to capital assets.
Review and approve purchases and p‑card charges relating to federal grant funding.
Work with Finance Office staff to improve processes to provide a high level of accurate and useful financial information to stakeholders.
Perform internal audit function as directed by the Finance Manager.
Review and provide guidance to Finance Office staff on accurate General Ledger, Journal Entries and Accounts Payable/Payroll warrants and batches.
Assist with month‑end closing process and production of monthly financial reports for various internal and external report users.
Assist in the preparation of the Health Department’s annual budget under the County’s budget timeline and process.
Assist with the Health Department’s role in the County’s preparation of its Annual Financial Report, including the Statement of Expenditures of Federal Awards.
Assist management in interpreting and understanding fiscal and accounting policies, procedures operations and controls.
Assist with the Health Department’s and County’s annual audit as directed by the State Auditor’s Office.
Participate in and support emergency preparedness and response activities, including preparedness for the division, agency, and community.
Design and/or prepare internal departmental monthly reporting.
Design and/or prepare ad‑hoc reports as requested.
Associated Duties
Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field with a minimum twelve (12) semesters (eighteen (18) quarter) hours of college‑level accounting coursework.
Experience:
Four (4) years of professional Accounting and/or Auditing experience, preferably in a Governmental agency, or
In place of the above requirement, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Information
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA), preferred
Experience with OneSolution and/or Envision Connect financial software, preferred
Successful completion of a background check pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 and credit report
Contact: SHD.HR@co.snohomish.wa.us
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Administrative
Industries Government Administration
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Snohomish County, WA
Base Pay Range $74,939.04/yr - $110,731.32/yr
Job Description This position is open until noon on December 19th 2025, when the first review of applications will begin.
A cover letter and resume are required with your online application in order for your application to be considered complete.
Why Join Snohomish County? Snohomish County’s commitment to life‑work balance and an inclusive culture. The County offers outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities to our employees, and we also enjoy flexible work schedules, telework options and a convenient downtown Everett, WA location. Snohomish County believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and is committed to embedding these values into our workplace culture.
Teleworking Options The Health Department typically has a hybrid model for most roles; however, it is outlined by the supervisor for the given role based on performance and business needs. When working remotely, employees are expected to maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Snohomish County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
Definition Under direction of the Finance Manager, the Accountant performs specialized phases of accounting, budgeting, and grant/contract management. Grant/contract management activities include evaluation, administration, monitoring, and record keeping. General Accounting activities include assisting with preparation of financial, performance and related statistical data and providing support during the annual audit and budget development as well as maintaining and analyzing general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting the internal audit function. The incumbent is expected to apply a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), quality improvement principles and applicable Federal and State Laws and/or guidance, including 2 CFR 200. Work is performed under limited supervision requiring independent judgment, discretion, and initiative.
Job Duties
In coordination with the Health Department and County Managers and/or leadership, assess the financial feasibility of new grants and/or contracts.
Review new grants and/or contract documents for compliance with county policies as well as applicable local, State or Federal Rules.
Makes recommendations for design and implementation of a centralized grant/contract workflow.
Perform Quality Assurance review of grant and contract billing.
Prepare or provide support in preparing required grant reports within required deadlines.
Act as Lead fiscal contact during programmatic audits or fiscal monitoring of grants.
Prepare appropriate General Ledger journal entries and/or review those prepared by other Finance staff.
Coordinate departmental general ledger maintenance with the County.
Review vendor invoices and payroll claims for payment for accuracy.
Review and approve purchases relating to capital assets.
Review and approve purchases and p‑card charges relating to federal grant funding.
Work with Finance Office staff to improve processes to provide a high level of accurate and useful financial information to stakeholders.
Perform internal audit function as directed by the Finance Manager.
Review and provide guidance to Finance Office staff on accurate General Ledger, Journal Entries and Accounts Payable/Payroll warrants and batches.
Assist with month‑end closing process and production of monthly financial reports for various internal and external report users.
Assist in the preparation of the Health Department’s annual budget under the County’s budget timeline and process.
Assist with the Health Department’s role in the County’s preparation of its Annual Financial Report, including the Statement of Expenditures of Federal Awards.
Assist management in interpreting and understanding fiscal and accounting policies, procedures operations and controls.
Assist with the Health Department’s and County’s annual audit as directed by the State Auditor’s Office.
Participate in and support emergency preparedness and response activities, including preparedness for the division, agency, and community.
Design and/or prepare internal departmental monthly reporting.
Design and/or prepare ad‑hoc reports as requested.
Associated Duties
Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field with a minimum twelve (12) semesters (eighteen (18) quarter) hours of college‑level accounting coursework.
Experience:
Four (4) years of professional Accounting and/or Auditing experience, preferably in a Governmental agency, or
In place of the above requirement, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Information
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA), preferred
Experience with OneSolution and/or Envision Connect financial software, preferred
Successful completion of a background check pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 and credit report
Contact: SHD.HR@co.snohomish.wa.us
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Administrative
Industries Government Administration
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