Accountant (General Accounting)

Position Overview

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle and one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities, is recognized nationally as a leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Their Accounting Division is seeking a qualified and motivated Accountant for the General Accounting Team. In this role, you will perform a range of professional accounting duties in collaboration with senior and principal accountants, ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of financial processes. This position reports to the General Accounting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and tax returns, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all supporting documentation.
• Reconcile accounts across multiple systems and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare accounts payable payment requests for tax and bond-related obligations with proper coding and timely processing.
• Collaborate with senior and principal accountants to support ongoing accounting operations and special projects.
• Assist with external audits by preparing clear, organized, and accurate work papers.
• Conduct accounting research and contribute to the development and implementation of enhanced procedures and best practices.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and recommend opportunities for process improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional accounting experience, with a mix of general ledger and tax accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in computer applications, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel; experience with PeopleSoft is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills coupled with effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying challenges and implementing practical solutions.
• Commitment to supporting and promoting a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative team environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: The full salary range for this position is $42.65 to $49.67 per hour.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
• Additional details about the benefits are available on the City’s website.