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The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.
The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Finance Section is seeking an experienced and collaborative accounting professional to serve as the General Ledger Accountant supporting the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD).
The position is responsible for supporting the Accounting Manager in managing the accounting operations for a large portfolio of government funds with complex federal, state, and local funding sources. These operations primarily include revenue and accounts payable activities but also include managing the POETA structure, processing journal entries, and coordinating year-end tasks as well as external fiscal and compliance audits and reviewing contracts. It plays a key role in ensuring revenues and expenditures are processed and reported accurately, timely, and consistently. The BFO III reports directly to the Accounting Manager (BFO IV) but will work closely with all other BHRD Finance Units to coordinate division-wide accounting processes and provide expert advice and consultation.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 8/17/2026.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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.
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.
This selection process may also be used to create a pool of candidates for current and future career service, term-limited-temporary, and special duty opportunities. The pool will be active for 6 months.
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm. This position is represented by Protec17.
MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.
TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: DCHS 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 is the Chinook Building 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.
RECRUITER: Greg Mallory, grmallory@kingcounty.gov
Job Duties
- Work with Program Staff and the Provider Relations team to review the agency's new and amended expenditure contracts, and update the POETA universe as appropriate.
- Route new revenue contracts to Program Managers, Fund Manager, Division Director, and CFO for review and approval.
- Prepare multiple accounting entries in both Project Award and General Ledger modules to make sure transactions are recorded correctly.
- Participate in the fiscal close process at year-end by identifying the need for accruals (revenue and expenditure), assisting program staff in estimating the value of such accruals under GAAP, and recording these accruals in the County's general ledger system Oracle eBusiness Suite (EBS) for both Project Award (PA) and General Ledger (GL) modules.
- Review expenditures for compliance with grant, contracts, memorandum of agreement, and internal policy and make adjusting entries as needed.
- Work with program staff and funders to process grant billing requests for federal and state grants.
- Monitor the status of aging receivables and work with division staff and funders in collection efforts.
- Perform reconciliations for grant and for PA/GL modules between subledgers within EBS and prepare reconciling journal entries.
- Prepare award-level and fund-level reconciliations for federal and state reporting. Assist in the annual preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) report, the Schedule of State Financial Assistance (SSFA) report, and with other federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
- Assist in processing miscellaneous billing requests and other receivables functions to support the Accounts Receivable team.
- Manage fixed assets including gathering fixed assets proof of purchase, filling out fixed assets capitalization for King County central accounting and entering the fixed assets in EBS.
- Monitor and manage accounting support documentation in SharePoint to prepare for the year-end audit.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field, and six years of progressively responsible professional accounting, auditing, grant accounting, or financial management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of six years of progressive responsibility in finance, audit, project management, or financial management.
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP, General Ledger, financial statement analysis and/or compliance audits.
- Demonstrated skill in effectively presenting and communicating complex financial and performance information to a wide range of audiences, including non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively with program managers to secure integrated work products.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite.
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Knowledge of county programs, funding sources, policies, and requirements.
- Advanced aptitude with Microsoft Excel and proficient with Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of contract administration.
- Knowledge of Oracle/EBS and Oracle budgeting and Tableau reporting systems.
- Knowledge and experience with Lean practices.
- Experience with Medicaid funds and Medicaid programs.
- Experience with the mental health/behavioral health industry.
- Experience with and knowledge of Managed Care Organizations.
- Experience with Oracle/EBS, Hyperion, Oracle, Agiloft, and Tableau reporting systems.
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 "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.
Summary
The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.
The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Finance Section is seeking an experienced and collaborative accounting professional to serve as the General Ledger Accountant supporting the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD).
The position is responsible for supporting the Accounting Manager in managing the accounting operations for a large portfolio of government funds with complex federal, state, and local funding sources. These operations primarily include revenue and accounts payable activities but also include managing the POETA structure, processing journal entries, and coordinating year-end tasks as well as external fiscal and compliance audits and reviewing contracts. It plays a key role in ensuring revenues and expenditures are processed and reported accurately, timely, and consistently. The BFO III reports directly to the Accounting Manager (BFO IV) but will work closely with all other BHRD Finance Units to coordinate division-wide accounting processes and provide expert advice and consultation.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 8/17/2026.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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.
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.
This selection process may also be used to create a pool of candidates for current and future career service, term-limited-temporary, and special duty opportunities. The pool will be active for 6 months.
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm. This position is represented by Protec17.
MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.
TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: DCHS 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 is the Chinook Building 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.
RECRUITER: Greg Mallory, grmallory@kingcounty.gov
Job Duties
- Work with Program Staff and the Provider Relations team to review the agency's new and amended expenditure contracts, and update the POETA universe as appropriate.
- Route new revenue contracts to Program Managers, Fund Manager, Division Director, and CFO for review and approval.
- Prepare multiple accounting entries in both Project Award and General Ledger modules to make sure transactions are recorded correctly.
- Participate in the fiscal close process at year-end by identifying the need for accruals (revenue and expenditure), assisting program staff in estimating the value of such accruals under GAAP, and recording these accruals in the County's general ledger system Oracle eBusiness Suite (EBS) for both Project Award (PA) and General Ledger (GL) modules.
- Review expenditures for compliance with grant, contracts, memorandum of agreement, and internal policy and make adjusting entries as needed.
- Work with program staff and funders to process grant billing requests for federal and state grants.
- Monitor the status of aging receivables and work with division staff and funders in collection efforts.
- Perform reconciliations for grant and for PA/GL modules between subledgers within EBS and prepare reconciling journal entries.
- Prepare award-level and fund-level reconciliations for federal and state reporting. Assist in the annual preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) report, the Schedule of State Financial Assistance (SSFA) report, and with other federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
- Assist in processing miscellaneous billing requests and other receivables functions to support the Accounts Receivable team.
- Manage fixed assets including gathering fixed assets proof of purchase, filling out fixed assets capitalization for King County central accounting and entering the fixed assets in EBS.
- Monitor and manage accounting support documentation in SharePoint to prepare for the year-end audit.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field, and six years of progressively responsible professional accounting, auditing, grant accounting, or financial management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of six years of progressive responsibility in finance, audit, project management, or financial management.
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP, General Ledger, financial statement analysis and/or compliance audits.
- Demonstrated skill in effectively presenting and communicating complex financial and performance information to a wide range of audiences, including non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively with program managers to secure integrated work products.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite.
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Knowledge of county programs, funding sources, policies, and requirements.
- Advanced aptitude with Microsoft Excel and proficient with Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of contract administration.
- Knowledge of Oracle/EBS and Oracle budgeting and Tableau reporting systems.
- Knowledge and experience with Lean practices.
- Experience with Medicaid funds and Medicaid programs.
- Experience with the mental health/behavioral health industry.
- Experience with and knowledge of Managed Care Organizations.
- Experience with Oracle/EBS, Hyperion, Oracle, Agiloft, and Tableau reporting systems.
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 "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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a General Ledger Accountant
Verify your credential meets USMCA requirements
TN visa status requires a baccalaureate degree in accounting or a closely related field. A degree in finance or business with significant accounting coursework may qualify, but prepare a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization if your transcripts aren't in English.
Target employers with dedicated accounting departments
Mid-size and large companies with internal finance teams are far more likely to issue a TN support letter than staffing agencies. Publicly traded firms, multinationals, and companies with Canadian or Mexican parent entities often have experience filing TN paperwork for accountants.
Request an offer letter that names your job duties precisely
CBP officers assess whether your role matches the TN Accountant category. Your offer letter must describe general ledger responsibilities explicitly, such as period-end close, journal entries, and financial statement preparation, not just your job title.
Understand the Mexican TN cap before accepting an offer
Mexican nationals have an annual TN allocation under USMCA. If you're Mexican and the fiscal year allocation is exhausted, your USCIS petition will be queued, so start the filing process early in the U.S. fiscal year, which begins October 1.
Clarify who files before you sign
Canadian professionals can self-petition at a port of entry, but the employer still provides the support letter. Mexican nationals must file through USCIS before starting work. Confirm with your employer which route they'll support and whether they'll cover government filing fees.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready employers
Not every accounting employer knows the TN process. Use Migrate Mate to search General Ledger Accountant roles filtered by employers who actively sponsor TN visas, so you're not educating HR from scratch after an offer.
General Ledger Accountant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a General Ledger Accountant role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. The USMCA Accountant category covers General Ledger Accountants who hold a baccalaureate degree in accounting or a closely related field. Your offer letter must describe duties that are recognizably accounting in nature, such as journal entries, reconciliations, and period-end close. A title mismatch between your degree and job description can trigger additional scrutiny at the border or from USCIS.
How does TN compare to H-1B for General Ledger Accountant roles?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian nationals, and can be approved the same day at a Canadian port of entry. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery held once per year, with selection odds that have historically been well below 50 percent. For a straightforward accounting role with a qualifying degree, TN is faster, more predictable, and renewable indefinitely in two or three-year increments.
Can my employer file the TN petition without an immigration attorney?
Technically yes, but the support letter must be precise. It needs to name the specific accounting duties, confirm the degree requirement, and reference the USMCA Accountant category. Errors in this letter are the most common reason TN petitions get pushed back at the border or receive a Request for Evidence from USCIS. Use Migrate Mate to connect with employers experienced in TN filings, which reduces the risk of a poorly drafted letter.
What documents do I need for a TN approval as a General Ledger Accountant?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter, and official transcripts or a degree certificate confirming your baccalaureate in accounting or a related field. If your degree is from a non-U.S. or non-Canadian institution, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization strengthens your application. Canadians present these at a port of entry; Mexican nationals submit them to USCIS with Form I-129.
Can I change General Ledger Accountant employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot start with the new employer until your new TN is approved. Canadians can get a same-day approval at a port of entry with a new support letter from the new employer. Mexican nationals must wait for USCIS to approve the new I-129 petition before beginning work. There is no TN portability rule equivalent to AC21 under H-1B, so timing your transition carefully matters.