Business and Finance Officer IV

The King County Department of Information Technology (KCIT) is seeking an experienced and highly skilled financial professional to join our Business and Finance Team as a Business and Finance Officer IV . Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position plays a key role in developing budgets, managing revenue, building service rates, and guiding complex financial operations across the department. You will serve as a subject-matter expert in accounting, budgeting, cost recovery, and financial analysis—operating both independently and collaboratively to support high-impact financial initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical acumen with the ability to cultivate respectful, productive relationships with colleagues, customers, and external partners. About King County Department of Information Technology (KCIT) King County is committed to being the best-run government in the nation, and King County Information Technology (KCIT) is helping lead that transformation. KCIT harnesses the power of technology to modernize operations, advance digital equity and social justice, and deliver innovative solutions that engage, empower, and serve our residents, businesses, and community partners. Recognized by the National Association of Counties (NACo) for excellence in vision, strategy, innovation, and collaboration, KCIT is focused on delivering smart, secure, and customer-centered technology services that strengthen county operations and support thriving, resilient communities. As the technology business partner to all 18 County departments, KCIT provides the foundational systems and services that power many of the region’s most essential functions. We work side-by-side with our partners to design and deliver technology solutions that enhance customer experience and advance King County’s mission. Learn more about KCIT at: In this role, you will: Prepare biennial budgets, revisions, and supplemental requests for assigned programs and funds, including all supporting financial documentation. Develop and maintain service rates, cost-recovery models, and long-term financial planning tools that ensure cost effective, sustainable operations. Oversee accounting and financial reporting activities to ensure accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls, initiating necessary accounting transactions. Lead improvements to financial processes, reporting tools, metrics, and dashboards to enhance efficiency and support decision-making. Provide advanced financial analysis, forecasting, and scenario modeling to support department-wide planning and strategic decisions. Manage revenue and billing processes to ensure accurate, timely, and well-documented revenue collection. Supervise financial staff and lead cross-functional financial initiatives, as assigned. Other duties as assigned. At least four years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal management, budgeting, accounting, or financial analysis for large or complex government organizations. Progressive experience in developing service rates and designing cost allocation and cost-recovery models. Strong expertise with financial systems, forecasting, modeling, variance analysis, financial reporting, and performance measurement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to clearly convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to applying equity and social justice principles in financial and operational decision-making. Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards and GAAP. Desirable Qualifications Experience managing enterprise-level financial systems. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or related field. Professional certifications such as CPA, or similar. Advanced proficiency in Excel or comparable analytical tools. Experience developing reports and dashboards in Power BI. Hybrid Work: KCIT works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building 401 5th Avenue Seattle, Washington. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Classification: Business and Finance Officer IV - 214401 Union: This position is not union represented Work Schedule: The normal work week for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. For Assistance: If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Are you ready to APPLY? This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to internal King County Employees who apply. Required Application Materials: Please click the apply button to complete an online applicant profile. Attach your resume including all relevant experience. Attach a cover letter to introduce yourself and explain your interest in the position. Please highlight how your experience, skills, and accomplishments align with the responsibilities and qualifications listed in the job posting. For more information, please contact Shannon Hoeper @ View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr