Description
Pay Range: $23.03 to $29.42 per hour ($3,992 to $5,100 per month) DOQ
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Category: FLSA Non-Exempt, Overtime Eligible
Location: Thurston County – Lacey, WA
Closing: Open Until Filled
About the Job
This entry-level position performs a variety of financial and accounting related duties under the close to general supervision of the Finance and Customer Service Manager. This position is responsible for compiling and maintaining accounting, budgetary, and other fiscal records and data, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, verification and posting of deposits, and reconciliation of accounts and cash receipts in accordance with set guidelines. In addition, the Accounting Assistant I classifies and codes entries and transactions in accordance with BARS or other procedures and assists in the preparation of reports and spreadsheets as required.
For a list of essential duties, qualifications, and more information on this position, please visit our website at www.thurstonpud.org.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency (GED).
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License with a driving record acceptable to the PUD’s insurance carrier.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education or experience equivalent to a course work at an associate degree level in accounting or closely related field preferred, including courses or experience in governmental accounting.
- 1-2 years of increasingly responsible finance, purchasing, or accounting experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Prevailing Wage procedures and Davis Bacon Laws preferred.
Apply
To apply, complete an application and supplemental questionnaire found online at www.thurstonpud.org. Submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire, resume, and letter of interest using one of the following methods.
Email: HR@thurstonpud.org
Fax (360) 357-1172
Mail: Thurston PUD
Attn: Human Resources
1230 Ruddell Rd SE
Lacey, WA 98503
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact our Human Resources Team at HR@thurstonpud.org or call us at (360) 357-8783.
During the recruitment process, background checks (e.g., criminal history records, employment reference checks, driving record checks, etc.) will be conducted on the top candidates. The PUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.
About Thurston PUD
Established in 1938, Thurston PUD is a special-purpose municipal agency located in Lacey, WA. The PUD currently owns and operates 279 water systems, serving a population of approximately 25,000 people, including families, businesses, schools, and parks. Thurston PUD provides water planning and utility services to the citizens of Thurston County and operates water systems in Pierce, Lewis, King, Grays Harbor, and Kitsap counties. The PUD is governed by three Commissioners who are elected by the voters of Thurston County to serve for six years.
The PUD offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Group healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision) with low employee premiums,
- Group term life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage at no cost to PUD employees,
- Participation in the State of Washington retirement plan,
- Voluntary participation in the State of Washington Deferred Compensation Program,
- Ten paid holidays and two personal holidays each year, in addition to sick and vacation leave benefits,
- PUD-paid training and certifications, and
- Clothing allowance for administrative staff. For Field Operations staff, the PUD provides safety clothing, work boots, and other equipment.