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The Arc of King County

Accountant

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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

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Search Accountant Employer The Arc of King County Location Renton, Washington, United States Salary
USD 70,000.00
  • 75,000.00 per year Posted 30 Aug 2026 Closes 29 Sep 2026 Reference 1018 View more categories View fewer categories Job role Accountant Sector Accounting
  • Public practice Experience level Qualified accountant Apply (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Send job Job Details The Arc of King County's mission is to further the civil rights movement for all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive as equal, valued, and active members of the community. The Arc of King County serves all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across the lifespan: from prenatal diagnosis through end-of-life care.
Our programs include:
Information and Family Support for people with IDD, and their family and community; Supported Living Services for adults living in the community; and Advocacy for people with IDD, family members, and community allies seeking to make our community more systemically equitable for all people. We promote and protect the human and civil rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, actively supporting their full inclusion so that they can live, learn, work, and play in the community
  • making the world a better place for us all.
For more information about the organization, visit our website at https://arcofkingcounty.org/. Position Description The Accountant position is a full-time, exempt position in the Finance Department, responsible for all daily aspects of the financial operations of The Arc of King County. This position works in close collaboration with the CFO to develop, implement and manage agency financial data and resources to successfully achieve desired agency outcomes. This position supports the agency's efforts to undo institutional racism, build cultural competence and serve an increasingly diverse population.
Organizational Reporting Relationships Department:
Finance Supervisor:
Executive Director Key Relationships:
CFO, Agency Leadership Team, Human Resources Team, Supported Living Team, Representative Payee Team Supervisory Responsibilities:
Finance Assistant & Representative Payee Supervisor Job Summary The main responsibilities of the Accountant are focused on general accounting functions, supervision of the Finance Assistant position with a focus on ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial statements and reporting. The Accountant plans and directs daily banking, accounts payable, invoicing, accounts receivable and monitoring of internal controls. Working collaboratively with the CFO in designing and implementation of procedures within the Finance department. The Accountant provides daily supervision of the Finance Assistant and monitors monthly reconciliation processes. The Accountant will also assist the DFP with the preparation of the annual financial audit and any funder reviews as needed. Additionally, the Accountant supervises the Representative Payee Program. Essential Functions Responsible for managing and overseeing daily operations of the finance department. Responsible for actively seeking solutions to accounting issues that are efficient and compliant with accounting standards. Responsible for managing multiple levels of often complex data Responsible effective time management to meet strictly enforced, often overlapping deadlines. Responsible for interpreting complex concepts and data and communicating that information to others in ensuring others understanding of the information provided. Responsible for manipulating data quickly and accurately. Responsible for managing time effectively to ensure completion of tasks within identified timeframes. Responsible for recognizing concerns, applying critical thinking strategies, and working through concerns to effective appropriate resolutions. Responsible for receiving feedback in a professional manner from supervisor and team members to support the overall success of the finance department. Responsible for supervising The Arc's Representative Payee team in collaboration with TheArc's Supported Living Team. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed at one time or another. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience. Minimum qualifications 4 or more years of accounting experience with a minimum of 2 of those years in nonprofit accounting. Experience with state and local government grant invoicing and financial management. Experience with Fund Accounting. Experience with internal controls management and implementation. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all levels of an organization. Expert level skill in use of Microsoft Excel and accounting software. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse economic, cultural, and social backgrounds. Experience in using MS Office Suite. Knowledge of principles and practices of nonprofit financial accounting, including general accepted accounting principles. Knowledge of principles and practices of nonprofit management Knowledge of principles and practices of financial management. Knowledge of principles and practices of nonprofit audit standards Knowledge of state and federal nonprofit reporting and filing requirements OR any combination of education, experience and measurable performance which demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position. Physical and Other Requirements Ability to maintain prolonged attention and typing in an open office environment Strength sufficient to carry boxes of materials and display boards as needed. Daily presence in the office during work week is required, although scheduled days to work at home are possible. Ability to occasionally work flexible hours and days. Valid drivers' license. Ability to pass a DSHS Criminal Background Check. Salary /Benefits This is an exempt salaried position. This position is eligible for The Arc's employee benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(K), EAP, Orca card, and more. Initially this position will be on-site, but a hybrid arrangement is possible. Salary range $70,000 to $75,000 The Arc of King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. BIPOC and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Apply (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Send job Apply (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert Similar jobs Comptable immobilier expérimenté Genève, Geneva A&A
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