Job ID: 10832
Location: Seattle Colleges District Off
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers, which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington. We are leaders in change and innovation.
As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.
Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.
Position Summary
First Review of materials will begin: Monday, January 31, 2022
Salary range for this position is: $52,579.00 - $72,609.00 annually (depending on experience)
Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Financial Services, the Accounting Supervisor, Accounts Payable will be responsible for leading the building of complex payroll vouchers, purchase card vouchers, payroll vendor payments, outside vendor and internal reimbursement payments, executing queries and uploading vouchers. The candidate will coordinate with the general ledger team when there are errors by running data queries, pivoting the data to research and make corresponding payment corrections. This position works with college business offices and staff to work on paying single vouchers. The candidate will maintain positive relationships with vendors and other departments and work closely with purchasing, payroll and the general ledger team.
This position supervises clerical and lead accounts payable staff members.
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-SPS and is subject to union shop provisions
Application Requirements:

• Attached current Resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online
Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to remote operations, pending public health guidance. Per CDC and WA Public Health directions, at this time we will be practicing social distancing and holding interviews virtually using video conference or teleconference options. As such, if you are selected for interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.
Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.1, employees of higher education and healthcare institutions must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. Updated information about how to provide proof of vaccination or request a medical or religious accommodation will be posted as soon as it is known.
What you will be working on:

• Supervising accounts payable staff including assigning, reviewing and evaluating work and work schedules.
• Establishing and monitoring fiscal data systems, databases and spreadsheets; reviewing fiscal records and formulate corrective action.
• Investigating discrepancies and resolving differences.
• Utilizing sound financial principles to perform functions such as: record keeping, reconciliation, auditing and analysis.
• Providing assistance as necessary in processing invoices and other documents during peak periods.
• Completing high level accounting work and analysis as assigned.
• Interpreting fiscal policies and procedures; assisting in the monitoring and review of computer input/output; recommending improvements for development and maintenance of computerized financial management and budget development systems.
• Preparing and entering fiscal transactions; reviewing and verifying fiscal reports for accuracy; investigating and correcting errors to ensure compliance with established state standards, federal guidelines and local procedures and policies.
• Coordinating with Purchasing Department and campus departments to insure timely payments.
• Providing fiscal support to program staff using independent judgment in the interpretation and application of rules and procedures in specialized fiscal functions such as encumbrance liquidation and accrued payables at year-end, and enterprise accounting.
• Planning, organizing, setting priorities and meeting deadlines; communicating effectively, orally and in writing; accurately performing complex calculations; preparing information on assigned programs according to required schedules; analyzing and evaluating department operations which affect budget considerations.
• Overseeing timely payment of all Seattle Colleges vendor invoices and posting of interdepartmental charges.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or business.
• Three (3) years relevant professional experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office including advanced skill in Excel.
• Experience with People Soft preferred.
• Experience in Washington State's Community and Technical Colleges system preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and implement process improvements. Ability to multi-task, set priorities and adhere to deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons from diverse educational, economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Experience in supervising a diverse workforce.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform range of physical motions, exerting up to 25 pounds; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.
Disability Accommodation
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:'

• Ability to operate office equipment'
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials'
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person'

Notice of Non-discrimination'Statement'
Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable'accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities.'Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyber bullying".
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college's Director of Legal'Compliance:
1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803
(206) 934-3873'
Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.