Payroll Accountant I (Time Limited)

Payroll Accountant I

$81,442.00 to $101,803 Annually

Job #16538

This position is Time-Limited for up to 2 years (24 months)

Basic Responsibilities

Supports the processing of timely, accurate and complete payroll labor and financial data as a shared service for the District. Learns and applies business processes that ensure the District remains in compliance with payroll laws, regulations, and internal directives to which it must adhere. Assists with research and analysis to support the development of business processes that impact the District’s ability to process payroll effectively while also supporting its internal controls over compliance, financial reporting, business applications and data governance. Supports the District’s core values as well is its cost and fiscal management strategic priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.

OR

· Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, AND

· Two (2) years of progressively more responsible payroll, accounting, or finance experience.

OR

· Four (4) years of progressively more responsible payroll, accounting, or finance experience.

Preferred Qualifications and Certifications

· Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or other related field

· America Payroll Association (APA)

· Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

· America Payroll Association (APA)

· Certified Payroll Professional designation (CPP)

· Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or the educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation program, Snohomish County PUD #1 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Employees and eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, vison hardware, basic life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, voluntary term life, and retirement benefits (including PERS pension, 401(k), and a 457 plan). The Snohomish County PUD also provides an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, paid time off benefits starting at 20 days a year, plus 5 days of extended sick leave and 11 paid holidays. For more information on our benefits package please visit www.snopud.com/benefitoverview.

To Apply

Fully complete the online application at careers.snopud.com by no later than 11/13/2025.

Snohomish County PUD #1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $81,442.00 - $101,803.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person