Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We are recruiting an Accounts Payable Senior Accountant who will play a key role in leading our team and ensuring the accuracy and timely processing of all accounts payable.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit:

• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan
• Shape Our Water Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why join us?
We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• Lead the accounts payable team, including coordinating, analyzing, maintaining, and monitoring accounts payable transactions and financial reporting.
• Monitor compliance on disbursement internal controls. Improve and update accounts payable policies and procedures. Review the work of staff.
• Train department employees and accounts payable team on various AP topics. Develop training materials for unique audiences.
• Administer SPU's Commercial Credit Card Program. Administer changes in supplier payment information.
• Ensure successful monthly and year-end AP close, compile and ensure accuracy of accruals, review and/or prepare various reconciliation schedules.
• Design complex accounting reports/statements/schedules/queries and analyze large data sets. Produce documentation needed for various audits or public disclosures, review with management, and implement suggested changes.
• Advise management and department employees in interpreting accounting policies, procedures, operations, controls, and system changes. Collaborate with other groups in cross-functional projects.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field (requires satisfactory completion of at least 24 semester hours or 36 quarter credit units in accounting with no substitution allowed).

Experience: Three (3) years professional experience in general or governmental accounting (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). Desired Qualifications:

• Leadership and management experience: Lead experience in accounts payable over a large team or complex financial project, with strong collaboration, leadership, and change management skills.
• Technical expertise: Strong experience with complex Excel functions, large scale invoice management systems, technical accounting concepts, and developing policies and procedures.
• Analytical skills: Strong experience in recognizing and resolving internal control issues and exercising professional judgment to provide recommendations for solutions.
• Communication and interpersonal skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and mentor others. Strong skills coordinating cross functional workgroups.
• Work ethic and adaptability: Ability to function well under tight deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Workplace Environment (Telework Expectation): This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office twice a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

The full salary range for this position is $40.66 - $47.34 per hour.

Application Process: For optimal consideration, we encourage you to include a cover letter and resume with your application. We encourage you to use your cover letter to discuss why you want to do this work and how you meet the qualifications for the position. Your resume should summarize the talent, experience, knowledge, and skills you bring to this work.

~Candidates Submitting an Incomplete Application Package, will NOT be considered~

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Questions? Contact Erika Monroe at Erika.Monroe@seattle.gov

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.