Accountant - Asset Management

Position Overview

Join our team as an Accountant – Asset Management at King County Housing Authority (KCHA) and make a meaningful impact in affordable housing. This position, reporting to a Senior Asset Manager at our Central Office in Tukwila, WA, plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely banking operations, and robust account management for over 45 properties and 180+ bank accounts. Applications should be submitted by September 9, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee over 180 government and commercial bank accounts.
• Initiate and ensure timely release of outgoing wire payments for accounts payable, payroll, debt service, replacement reserve, and excess cash for over 45 properties weekly.
• Prepare and post monthly financial information, including journal entries, ledgers, and summary reports to the KCHA general ledger.
• Perform daily, monthly, and year-end reconciliations while resolving account issues and maintaining clear communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with third-party property management companies and respond to inquiries regarding account operations and electronic payment services.
• Facilitate the opening and closing of bank accounts and ensure adherence to GAAP and internal controls.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, economics, finance, or a related field and moderate professional experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statement preparation, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to multitask and resolve complex issues.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using MS Office programs, automated accounting systems, and related database software; plus consent to required assessments and background checks.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Starting hourly salary range of $37.49 - $45.90, with the complete range extending to $54.33 depending on qualifications and experience. Performance-based merit increases and annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) are also available.
• A comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements with up to 60% remote work, subject to business needs, while requiring residency in Washington State and occasional in-office presence in Tukwila, WA.
• Additional benefits include vacation, sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.