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Form of workSalary: $7,214.00 - $10,475.00 Monthly
Location : Bellingham, WA 98225
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: S535 *480 0324
Department:Treasurer's Office
Opening Date: 03/07/2024
Closing Date: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Whatcom County Treasurer's Office is looking for an accomplished accounting and finance professional to fill the new role of Special Projects Manager. This position will support Treasurer's Office leadership in a variety of high-level priorities related to accounting, cash, and debt management, focusing on internal controls, resource optimization, and workflow improvement. We are looking for someone to actively contribute to strategic decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with overall County goals.
Essential duties will include:
Overseeing and managing critical initiatives related to the implementation of a new County-wide ERP system (JDE Enterprise 1) and other departmental priorities within the finance and accounting realm.
Overseeing and coordinating the department's transition to JDE Enterprise 1, including customization, process improvement, new process implementation, report creation, and training.
Collaborating with staff from other departments, vendors, consultants, taxing districts, and entities to ensure coordinated accounting systems and seamless transition and implementation processes.
Providing expertise in accounting and cash management functionalities, acting as a liaison between finance and IT teams, particularly during implementation of the new ERP system.
Gaining proficiency in all areas of cash management and accounting within the Treasurer's Office. Evaluating and enhancing internal controls to optimize resources and streamline workflows. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implements best practices.
Providing oversight for debt management software, ensuring accurate and timely tracking of financial obligations. Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to manage debt effectively and optimize financial resources.
Planning, conducting and presenting at project related meetings, potentially including public meetings.
For more information please review the and supplemental job description (n.b.: link to supplemental will be updated when available).
Unrepresented Salary Range 10
Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any approved Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field AND 5 years of progressively responsible experience involving project management, accounting, business and/or finance, including 2 years of lead, supervisory or management experience.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, cash management, and internal controls required.
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant license preferred.
Experience in successful project management, with a focus on ERP system implementation, preferred.
Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:
Employment YearAccrual - MonthAccrual - Year 1st - 4th year 18.00 hours 5.4 Weeks 5th - 9th year 21.33 hours 6.4 Weeks 10th + year 24.67 hours 7.4 Weeks
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Do you have bachelor's degree (or higher) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field?
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Do you have at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience involving project management, accounting, business and/or finance?
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Do you have at least 2 years of lead, supervisory or management experience?
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Do you have a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant license? If so please list which one:
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Describe your experience working to identify and implement process improvements in a financial environment
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Describe your leadership experience in projects related to the ERP system of an organization
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Describe your experience managing and contributing to the success of multiple projects with conflicting priorities and competing needs
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Location : Bellingham, WA 98225
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: S535 *480 0324
Department:Treasurer's Office
Opening Date: 03/07/2024
Closing Date: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Whatcom County Treasurer's Office is looking for an accomplished accounting and finance professional to fill the new role of Special Projects Manager. This position will support Treasurer's Office leadership in a variety of high-level priorities related to accounting, cash, and debt management, focusing on internal controls, resource optimization, and workflow improvement. We are looking for someone to actively contribute to strategic decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with overall County goals.
Essential duties will include:
Overseeing and managing critical initiatives related to the implementation of a new County-wide ERP system (JDE Enterprise 1) and other departmental priorities within the finance and accounting realm.
Overseeing and coordinating the department's transition to JDE Enterprise 1, including customization, process improvement, new process implementation, report creation, and training.
Collaborating with staff from other departments, vendors, consultants, taxing districts, and entities to ensure coordinated accounting systems and seamless transition and implementation processes.
Providing expertise in accounting and cash management functionalities, acting as a liaison between finance and IT teams, particularly during implementation of the new ERP system.
Gaining proficiency in all areas of cash management and accounting within the Treasurer's Office. Evaluating and enhancing internal controls to optimize resources and streamline workflows. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implements best practices.
Providing oversight for debt management software, ensuring accurate and timely tracking of financial obligations. Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to manage debt effectively and optimize financial resources.
Planning, conducting and presenting at project related meetings, potentially including public meetings.
For more information please review the and supplemental job description (n.b.: link to supplemental will be updated when available).
Unrepresented Salary Range 10
Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any approved Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field AND 5 years of progressively responsible experience involving project management, accounting, business and/or finance, including 2 years of lead, supervisory or management experience.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, cash management, and internal controls required.
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant license preferred.
Experience in successful project management, with a focus on ERP system implementation, preferred.
Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays annually. Prior related public service considered for setting accrual rate. Accrue up to 330 hours of PTO annually. Cash-out up to 40 hours over 330 maximum annually.
Employment YearAccrual - MonthAccrual - Year 1st - 4th year 18.00 hours 5.4 Weeks 5th - 9th year 21.33 hours 6.4 Weeks 10th + year 24.67 hours 7.4 Weeks
- Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Retirement with County match
- $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional
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Do you have bachelor's degree (or higher) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience involving project management, accounting, business and/or finance?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have at least 2 years of lead, supervisory or management experience?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant license? If so please list which one:
05
Describe your experience working to identify and implement process improvements in a financial environment
06
Describe your leadership experience in projects related to the ERP system of an organization
07
Describe your experience managing and contributing to the success of multiple projects with conflicting priorities and competing needs
Required Question
