DESCRIPTION: The Controller reports directly to the Business Services Director and will manage the daily operation of the District�s accounting division and the Division�s five accountants.  Duties will include:

�        Supervise, train, evaluate, and participate in the hiring, discipline, and termination of accounting department personnel.

�        Manage the accounts payable, billing and customer accounts, accounts receivable, payroll and project accounting. 

�        Manage the cash management including maintaining records of deposits, perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, King County funds and cash accounts ensuring interest is correctly  posted to the various funds.

�        Maintain District general ledger and journal entries for: cash transfers, fund transfers, fixed asset depreciation, interest income and expenses, prepaid items, and adjusting entries as necessary. 

�        Produce financial statements with the State Auditor�s office prior to State mandated deadlines.

�        Prepare all year-end and closing entries and prepare the year-end financial statements and schedules.

�        The Controller will assist the Business Services Director in preparing the District�s budget and financial statements including preparation for the District�s annual state audit. 

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or public administration is required.  A Master's degree or CPA is preferred.  The ideal candidate will possess 7 to 10 years of experience overall with approximately 4 or more years in a comparable public sector agency with at least 3 to 5 years in a supervisor role. The successful candidate must have a valid Washington State driver license and have the ability to be bonded and insured.

The ideal candidate will have been a successful Controller and will have had previous experience in a public sector organization recognized for excellent customer service and continuous improvement. 

S/he should be seen as honest, hardworking and approachable, while establishing an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation within their colleagues.  Candidates will be able to organize and express ideas through excellent oral and written communications to a wide variety of audiences, such as the Board, General Manager, community groups and other boards and committees.

The selected candidate will be able to accept and support decisions in a positive manner, take a collaborative approach to fostering cooperation between the District�s Departments and will have excellent organizational development skills.  The Controller will deal with personnel throughout all levels of the organization and must have the ability to tactfully say �no� while maintaining a positive working relationship.

The candidate who can demonstrate that s/he has helped to develop a sense of pride in their organization will be very interesting to the Business Services Director.  The candidate will have sound values and promote teamwork and cooperation, as well as have the ability to take the organization to the next level of efficiency.

Essential Job Functions Include:

�        Proficient in cash management

�        Proficient in the business aspects of water utility operations.

�        Knowledge of Springbrook accounting software or other similar accounting software programs.

�        Proficient in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

�        Proficient or familiar with the Washington State BARS accounting system.

�        Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software.

Located in southeast King County, just 45 minutes south of Seattle, Washington, Covington Water District has a service area of approximately 53 square miles and provides water to the cities of Covington, Maple Valley, and Black Diamond, as well as unincorporated areas of King County. The District has experienced rapid growth and expects that development activity will remain brisk for the remainder of this decade.

With Flaming Geyser Park, Kanasket and Lake Wilderness State Parks, the area is noted for its many recreational amenities including several fine golf courses within the District. Only 45 minutes away, the Cascade Mountains offer skiing, hiking and other outdoor opportunities.  Its close proximity to Seattle brings the full menu of cultural opportunities.

The District is governed by a five member Board of Commissioners.  Judy Nelson, General Manager, has served as the District�s Chief Executive Officer for the last 23 years.  Covington Water District has a reputation for customer service and progressive management practices.