Job Summary
An Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field is preferred although two (2) years of increasingly responsible work experience would suffice. The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:
Knowledge of: Theory and practice of governmental accounting, particularly as related to County operations; federal, state and local laws governing accounting procedures and systems; computer applications and automated accounting systems.
Ability to: Plan, implement, and coordinate financial accounting programs; research and analyze accounting data; document financial accounting policies and procedures; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the team as well as those contacted in the course of work.
Examples of Duties
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With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.