HUMAN RESOURCES
COMMITTEE
JOB POSTING
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
JOB TITLE: Accountant / Accounting Clerk
MAJOR FUNCTION AND PURPOSE Accountant/Accounting Clerk is responsible for
Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and payroll as well as various other clerical
functions. This is a full-time position with normal working hours from Monday through Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
 Criteria A: $16.25 to $21.78/hour (must have a 4 year accounting degree)
 Criteria B: $14.21 - $19.01/hour (must have 2 year accounting education and a minimum of 2
years of experience)
 Vacation and Sick Leave.
 Medical, Vision, Dental.
 Retirement.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED This position reports to the Finance Director. Person in this
position does not supervise anybody.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
1. Collect employee’s time sheets to be processed for payroll. Verify the time, input data into the
payroll system and prepares semi-monthly payroll checks. Maintain accurate payroll records and
files.
2. Calculate distributions and deduct monthly payroll withholdings, medical insurance. Prepare
and submit payment for payroll tax, retirement, and other withholdings, file quarterly reports.
3. Aid in maintaining employee personnel files.
4. Be a liaison between the company’s medical insurance plan broker and employees.
5. Match Purchase Orders (PO) and verify invoices, code and input into system, check-run and
ACH checks
6. Prepare invoices and cover sheets for Board review. File payment records and check backup.
7. Enter rent received (Accounts Receivable) into the system and verify that amounts received
agree with deposit slip created by site managers. Apply late charges, utility charges, Credit
memo and Debit memo.
8. Prepare bank deposits for all money received and take deposits to the bank.
9. Maintain the AR overdue accounts, forward the accounts to collections and follows-up
10. Reconcile rent receipt ledgers for all complexes and assist with monthly project reports.
ELDERLY & FAMILY HOUSING
LOW-INCOME WEATHERIZATION
1650 Port Drive, Burlington, Washington 98233 ◊ (360) 428-1959 ◊ FAX: (360) 424-6005
HUMAN RESOURCES
COMMITTEE
JOB POSTING
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
11. Reconcile payables sub-ledger to General Ledger (GL) accounts.
12. Prepare for other journal entries as appropriate. Assist with month-end and year-end close.
13. Assist with audit process.
14. Performs other tasks as assigned.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced
atmosphere
2. High standards for work ethics, be punctual, dependable, organized and be able to follow
instructions
3. Ability to learn, follow and apply complex regulations and procedures.
4. Ability to deal with the public and other employees with courtesy, tact and good judgment.
5. Ability to work with Excel, Word and Outlook and agency specific data-base system.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATES
Degree in Finance/Accounting major preferred, or 2 year degree in business and/or accounting
with a strong accounting training and experience combination.
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates selected for this position must pass a criminal history background and a driving record check
as a condition to employment.
To apply – send Cover Letter & Resume to: Hiring Committee / 1650 Port Drive / Burlington, WA /
98233 or submit resume by email to: [email protected] with subject line: ACCOUNTING
CLERK-RESUME & CV LETTER
Housing Authority of Skagit County is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant will be discriminated
against because of race, color, national origin, sex/gender, familial status, disability or religion.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of
this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility; however, they
should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other
duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak
work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload. Work can involve extensive times sitting at a desk
and working with a computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse. The successful applicant must also be able
to drive company vehicles. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the
employer and the employee, and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the
job change.
ELDERLY & FAMILY HOUSING
LOW-INCOME WEATHERIZATION
1650 Port Drive, Burlington, Washington 98233 ◊ (360) 428-1959 ◊ FAX: (360) 424-6005