Accounting Technician II-BU (Fiscal)

Accounting Technician II-BU (Fiscal)

Salary

$35.00 - $39.18 Hourly

Location

SPD Headquarters, 610 5th Avenue, Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00756

Department

Seattle Police Department

Opening Date

06/02/2026

Closing Date

6/16/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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No

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Position Description

The Seattle Police Department is seeking an Accounting Tech II-BU for the Fiscal Unit to provide a full range of accounting support for the Department's purchase requests and Supplier payments. The Accounting Technician II will provide financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of invoices under their control. This position also serves as a Customer Service representative and reports to the Accounts Payable Principal Accountant.

About the Department:

The Seattle Police Department is comprised of approximately 1,600 dedicated law enforcement professionals all committed to creating and fostering a work environment that is collaborative, innovative, and leading the way in law enforcement principles and practices. Ours is a culture that encourages top performers to adhere to a standard of excellence in the identification of and resolution to complex challenges. At SPD we acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge ourselves to create and maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize the internal 1.5 Purchase Request System to monitor and follow up on purchase requests and payments.
• Place orders for equipment and services with outside vendors utilizing vendor contracts, direct vouchers, and departmental purchase orders.
• Audit, monitor and review invoices for coding, payment authorization, accuracy, and completeness.
• Prepare vouchers, departmental purchase orders, and general journal ledger entries in the PeopleSoft 9.2 Financial Management System.
• Interpret and apply departmental and City policies, rules, procedures, and guidelines related to Accounts Payable and Purchasing.
• Provide assistance at the front counter for Department customers and distribute petty cash payments.
• Duties may include issuing and tracking Department cellular phones; Petty Cash fund replenishment and reconciliation; and receiving Department cash collections.
• Provide backup to other positions in the Fiscal Office.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Requires two years Accounting/Bookkeeping experience or one-year experience as an Accounting Technician I, or a combination of education/training /experience, which provides equivalent background to perform the functions of the job.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working with spreadsheets.
• Associate degree in accounting.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft 9.2 Financial Management System or a similar financial system.
• Knowledge of the City's policies and procedures regarding Purchasing and Accounts Payable.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar working with SharePoint.
• Good organizational and communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully participate in a customer service environment and work independently and as part of a team.

Position Requirements:

• Must pass a Seattle Police Department background investigation.
• This position is a hybrid position; the City requires employees to report in person 3 days a week (subject to change). Individual schedules will be based on an agreement between the employee and their supervisor.

Additional Information

Additional Information:

The City of Seattle offers a 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. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

The full salary range for this position is $35.00 - $39.18 Hourly per hour.

New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $35.00 hourly. Current City employees' starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position with full benefits. This is a Civil Service position eligible for overtime.

How to Apply:

• Apply online at www.seattle.gov/jobs. Please refer to: Job Number: 2026-00756.
• Attach a resume and a cover letter that provide additional information on why your skills and experience make you qualified for this job.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you have any questions, please contact Roth Lim at Roth.Lim@seattle.gov.

The City of Seattle offers a 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.

More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at:

Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov

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Employer City of Seattle

Address Seattle Municipal Tower

700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs