Billing Coordinator - Tacoma Housing : Job Details

Our Mission:

Tacoma Housing Authority (THA) provides high quality, stable and sustainable housing, and supportive services to people in need. It does this in ways that help them prosper and help our communities become safe, vibrant, prosperous, attractive, and just.

Our Values:

We value the diversity of our staff. It makes us stronger and more effective. Service, Integrity, Stewardship, Communication, Collegial Support and Respect, Excellence and Leadership are all values of THA.

About the Accounting Specialist role:

The Accounting Specialist Limited-term/Sunset supports Tacoma Housing Authoritys strategic and operational objectives by providing high-quality financial and administrative services. The Accounting Specialist Limited-term/Sunset ensures THAs programs deliver excellent services, gain funder confidence, and maintain public trust through accurate financial operations.

What You'll Do:

• Perform a variety of complex accounting and administrative duties, including but not limited to general ledger, Section 8 accounting, purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, tenant accounting, grant/development accounting, payroll, and general accounting responsibilities.
• Compute, classify, verify, and record numerical data.
• Reconcile accounts, records, and documents.
• Assist in collecting, maintaining, and reporting financial information.

Who You Are:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 or more years of progressively responsible experience in business accounting.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in public housing or governmental settings preferred.
• Committed to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).

What We Offer:

• Commitment to pay equity and to provide competitive wages, along with excellent healthcare benefits, paid time off, participation in WA State retirement plans, and a growing variety of health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunity to impact lives and strengthen communities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that includes opportunities for professional growth. One of our employees said, THA is an organization that has intelligent and driven individuals, with an emphasis on teamwork and trust. We enjoy working together. THA offers an atmosphere that is energetic, practical, down-to-earth, and fun.

Important Position and Recruitment Info:

• This is a full-time, limited-term /sunset position anticipated to end after 17 months, no later than April 2026.
• Position recruitment open through 12/13/24.
• Review the attached full job description before applying.
• You must include ALL work experience in your application profile. We use this information to evaluate all applications and for salary placement of the selected candidate only the information you provide is considered.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

THAs staff, its clients, and the staff of community partners are diverse in many ways, including diversity by race, national origin, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, and disability. THA is committed to cultivating a culture of belonging. We value diverse life experiences and heritage to ensure that all voices are heard. We strive to respect and protect the dignity of all employees and members of our community. All THA employees must engage diverse people in constructive and effective ways as a supervisor, colleague, business partner, and/or service provider.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

We provide reasonable accommodation to all applicants and employees who can perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need to request an accommodation , contact HR at at least 24 hours in advance when possible.

Join us in creating a better future for our communities! Apply today to become a vital part of our mission-driven team.

Compensation details: 32.98-32.98 Hourly Wage

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