Finance and Administrative Services Manager-Controller

King County, WA | Seattle, WA

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Posted Date 4/01/2025

Description Salary: $133,941.39 - $169,779.17 Annually
Location : 401 5th Avenue - Seattle, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2025CJ24220
Department: DPH - Public Health
Division: Administrative Services
Opening Date: 04/01/2025
Closing Date: 4/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Summary
The Finance and Administrative Services Manager (Controller) role is an extraordinary opportunity for a seasoned finance leader with deep experience in finance, accounting, and auditing. The ideal candidate has experience in a large public organization with multiple lines of business and models the qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to Public Health's mission. We are looking for a strategic thinker and operations manager who, with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and finance team, ensures effective and efficient operations and compliance.

The position reports to the CFO and supervises the accounting services of receivables, payables, general ledger, and payroll functions for a department with a biennium budget of over $1.2 Billion and full-time employees of over 1,700. The department's financial functions are organized into a central finance section overseen by the CFO and finance teams located in seven divisions with a matrixed reporting relationship. In consultation with the CFO, the Controller implements the department's financial procedures and ensures compliance with County policies and conducts review of financial management practices. The Controller collaborates with Division Finance Managers and provides departmentwide financial management guidance for accounting transactions. This position also works closely with King County's Finance and Business Operations Division (FBOD) and Business Resource Center (BRC) to ensure compliance and adherence with county policies.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
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Work Schedule

This position works Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00pm- 40 hours per week. This is a full-time salaried position and is FLSA Exempt (not eligible for overtime).
Work Location

Chinook Building 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104

Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. 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 where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. To support employees during this time 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.
Job Duties

Direct, oversee, and participate in the operations of department accounting including general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, and accounts receivable, and efficient administration of multiple funds.
Set clear direction and manage workflow of accounting functions.
Manage staff by participating in the hiring process, establishing work schedule(s), performance coaching, providing training, evaluating performance, and making recommendations for promotion, discipline and/or termination.
Provide guidance to finance staff in divisions regarding financial issues and compliance and make recommendations.
Integrate equity into financial analysis and recommendations.
Assist in the development, planning and implementation of management and strategic projects by conducting research, analysis, and preparing reports for leadership.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
Manage annual financial statement preparation and ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
Assist with plan for implementation of new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and applicable Federal Accounting Standards Board (FASB) pronouncements.
Adherence to funding and report requirements.
Establish, monitor and enforce accounting services policies and procedures
Manages the Financial Statement Audit.
Prepare monthly budget to actual reports and monitor revenue and expenditure trends.
Produce the department monthly financial statements for executive leadership.
Monitor performance metrics and explain trends to leadership.
Develop and maintain overhead allocation methodologies for county central rates and department administrative costs.
Establish, monitor, and enforce asset management internal controls.
Serve as the department single point of contact (SPOC) for Enterprise Business Systems (Oracle Financial)

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):

Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to present and speak in public, and the ability to communication effectively in writing.
Working knowledge of understanding Certified Indirect Rate (CIR) methodology, calculation, review, and application.
Strong supervisory and management skills, with the ability to mentor, coach and develop staff. Able to delegate work effectively and efficiently.
Ability to assess customer needs and respond to them quickly and efficiently.
Ability to build effective teams committed to organizational goals and values.
Ability to direct departmental programs. Must possess qualities of leadership, initiative, and the abilities to make decisions, inspire others.

The most competitive applicants will have the following experiences and qualifications (Desired):

A combination of education and experience demonstrative knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to a bachelor's degree with coursework in business, finance, accounting, or related field and a master's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field.
Seven (7) years minimum of combined experience in accounting, public accounting, finance, audit, or equivalent in a large and complex organization.
Five (5) years of governmental grant contracting administration and management and progressive supervision of a large finance team.
Seven (7) years of analytical experience working with PeopleSoft, Oracle EBS and BI Insight Reporting tools with large data extract or other similar financial systems.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)

Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Who May Apply

This Career Service position is open to all qualified applicants.
Application Process

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
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Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Union Membership

Non-Represented
Contact

For questions about the application process, contact Christina Jamerson at .
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs

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This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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How many Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports have you overseen? Please include how many reports had clean (unmodified) opinions. If this does not apply, enter N/A.
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Please list which Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software you have previously used?
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Please describe your experience with internal audit procedures and contract compliance.
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Do you have experience with Federal and State grant management and reporting?

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If you answered yes to question#4, please describe your experience. If this does not apply, enter N/A.
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
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Finance and Administrative Services Manager-Controller

King County, WA | Seattle, WA

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