This recruitment will be used to fill Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions.  The TLT/SDA is anticipated to last till December 30, 2022 with possible extensions. 

Summary:

In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the position of Business Finance Officer I.

This person will be responsible for contributing to the production and execution of reporting in accordance with federal, state, county and department requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, and experience with Oracle EBS or other similar financial software, extensive experience using Microsoft Excel and other quantitative tools for revenue, expenditure, and operations monitoring.

• Create and maintain operational performance and financial policy compliance tracking tools and monitoring systems using MS Excel or similar tools.
• Identify, research, and report financial and operational variances from standard procedures and processes.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure compliance with operational and fiscal reporting requirements and internal control procedures.
• Compile, review, and archive documentation necessary for audits and inquiries. 
• Assist with procurement, contract, and grant administration duties.
• Communicate grant program developments to the team.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to use knowledge, skills, techniques, and systems to define, visualize, measure, control and report on processes with the goal to meet customer requirements.
• Experience in gathering, evaluating, and documenting technical data.
• Experience in gathering, analyzing, and presenting financial information using Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to organize and prioritize accounting projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience in performing routine analytical and technical duties within established parameters.
• Ability to build respectful and productive relationships with internal colleagues and external clients; establish and maintain effective working relationships and offer high level of customer service to all stakeholders.

• Advanced knowledge of grants management, accounting, audit, and public sector budgeting.
• Experience in managing the fiscal and contractual aspects of a federal or state grant/contract.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with Oracle EBS or other similar financial systems and MS Access. 
• Extensive excel capabilities with proven ability to develop complex financial spreadsheets, budgets, and reports.
• Demonstrated attention to details.
• Excel Certification.

This recruitment will be used to fill special duty assignment (SDA) or term-limited temporary (TLT) positions. As with Career Service and SDA positions, the TLT positions will have full benefits.
  
This recruitment may be used to create an eligibility list for future Business Finance Officer I Career Service, TLT, and SDA vacancies. Lists may be active up to 6 months at the discretion of the hiring authority.

WHO MAY APPLY: This full-time position may be filled as Term Limited Temporary (TLT), and is open to all qualified applicants, or Special Duty assignment for current King County Career Service employees who have passed their probationary period.  Current King County employees must have permission from their supervisor to be eligible for the Special Duty assignment.

Pay upon SDA placement: Current employees selected for SDA will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.

• SDAs are open to current King County career service or appointed employees who have passed their initial probationary period.                                                                                 
• Career Service and TLTs are open to all King County employees and the general public.

WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours and/or on weekends. This full-time position is overtime eligible.

Teleworking Requirement: 
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly by teleworking; complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities.)  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 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.  
  
  
FORMS AND MATERIALS: An online employment application, resume, and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge and skills for the position.
  
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.  Interviews will be conducted via Teams. Reference checks and/or file reviews will also be conducted.
    

UNION MEMBERSHIP:  Non-Represented

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
  Sonali Sharma
  Human Resources Analyst
  206-477-7282
  sosharma@kingcounty.gov

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