Business and Finance Officer II

Public Health – Seattle & King County is seeking a Business and Finance Officer II (BFO II). The BFO II provides essential financial support for King County Public Health within the General Ledger and Accounts Payable (GL/AP) unit. This role ensures accurate processing of financial transactions, maintains proper internal controls, and contributes to the overall efficiency of the department’s financial operations. The position offers exposure to government accounting practices and the opportunity to impact public health programs through diligent financial management.

Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months.

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.

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

Work Schedule

Typical work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is an exempt position and is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible.

Remote and Onsite Work

This position works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location will be at the Chinook Building located at 401 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104. 

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

• Collaborate with team members to implement financial oversight and management processes.
• Review, record, and reconcile all fiscal transactions in King County’s accounting systems.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes.
• Reconcile assigned funds, accounts, and subsidiary systems.
• Work with program and division finance teams to ensure compliance in fiscal transactions.
• Support continuous improvement of financial processes, systems, and tools.
• Assist with preparations for audits, monitoring visits, and reviews; provide documentation and analysis as needed.
• Prepare responses to inquiries from finance staff, division managers, and supervisors.
• Allocate costs and revenues according to established methodologies.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Provide ongoing support to program teams by reconciling ledgers and identifying allowable/unallowable charges.
• Research policies, laws, and regulations, and make recommendations for accounting treatments and compliance practices.
• Compile and prepare financial reports for management, funders, and auditors.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements.
• Participate in team and committee meetings and provide training as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships.
• Commitment to professional growth and to King County’s values, including Equity and Social Justice.
• Valid Driver’s License.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally within the role.
• Experience in governmental or nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and finance.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local audit requirements for grants, contracts, and public funding.
• Proven experience reconciling balance sheet accounts and performing financial analysis.
• Experience working with internal and external auditors, including supporting audits and monitoring visits.
• Proficiency with accounting and financial reporting systems such as PeopleSoft, Oracle/EBS, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with GAAP, GASB standards, and compliance regulations applicable to public sector finance.
• Experience in process improvement, such as Lean or other operational efficiency initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead audit engagements or award recipient monitoring site visits.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to professional growth and alignment with King County’s values, including Equity and Social Justice.

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 "True North", 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 opportunity is open to all qualified applicants.

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)
• Resume - Your resume should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process.
• Cover Letter – Please share why you are interested in this position and any aspects of your education, training, and/or experience that you feel make you a highly qualified candidate for this position.

Please note: additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above. 

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.

Contact

If you have questions or would like more information about the application process, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at sduckworth@kingcounty.gov.

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.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. 
• 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 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 your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Union Membership

This position is represented by the PROTEC17 labor union.

Salary : $97,777 - $123,938