TECHNICIAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

Snohomish County is hiring a Technical Systems Specialist, specifically dedicated to the payroll team. This position is a project position to backfill and support our existing staff during a finance software system replacement project. The County has purchased Oracle, and implementation begins in the summer of 2026. Project positions are budgeted to 12/31/2026 but are anticipated to continue through the next biennial budget end date of 12/31/2028. Essential Duties Provides technical guidance to the accounting technical section, including accounting specialists and project specialists. Designs, develops, modifies, and implements financial/payroll systems reporting tools that meet customer and data specifications; documents application design and trains users. Provides guidance and oversight for a variety of technical and specialized accounting and payroll tasks and projects such as general and subsidiary ledger reconciliation, review and/or approval of original source entries, organization and monitoring of data sources for financial or fiscal records, provision of financial information for the budget process, and research, negotiation and mitigation of accounting dispute resolutions with customers and staff. Plans and participates in the implementation, maintenance, and upgrade of financial and/or payroll systems and subsystems, including design of application modifications, testing and implementation. Creates relevant training materials and provides training to end users. Develops and recommends new and revised policies, procedures, and rules; implements, communicates, and interprets policies and procedures as necessary; trains county employees in interpreting and using policies and procedures. Provides input regarding coordination of section staff activities; provides training, information, and regulation interpretation; may conduct and facilitate Accounting Support Group Meetings. Researches federal, state, and local laws as they apply to payroll, retirement, and account payable administration. Conducts research, analysis and evaluation of requests for application data integration for external database projects; completes analysis of business functions, work procedures, policies and report requirements for use as project guidelines and/or parameters. Other Duties Performs duties of Accounting Technicians, Accounting Specialists, and Project Specialists as assigned. Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, payroll, union negotiation, accounting and finance records and reports along with any other records, reports and/or information deemed to be sensitive in nature. Performs related duties as assigned, including acting for and on behalf of the Accounting Technical Supervisor and/or Systems Analyst, Sr. positions as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, computer science, or other directly related field; and four (4) years of experience in a financial and specialized accounting field; or, any combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job‑related tests. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Personnel management standards and practices. Accounting and finance practices and their application in a municipal environment. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Data development, analysis, and reporting techniques. Relational database tools. Desktop computer skills in the areas of spreadsheets, word processing, databases, and presentation graphics. Workflow planning, development and monitoring of goals and work plans. Ability to: Effectively plan, develop and carry out complex projects. Gather, evaluate and synthesize a variety of data. Create clear, concise training materials and analytical, descriptive and evaluative reports. Understand and apply knowledge of user needs to develop systems from existing and new software. Design and develop database applications. Analyze and resolve operational problems. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with elected officials, management, consultants, and employees. Rapidly learn Washington laws governing local government financial practices and procedures. Work effectively and contribute to a team environment. Work under pressure, meet deadlines and cope with interruptions. Research and apply state and federal statutes and laws. Provide feedback of work performance. Foster an environment that encourages excellence among peers, subordinates, and others. Apply accounting and finance principles to day‑to‑day situations and determine the most appropriate course of action given the circumstance. Promote organizational objectives and serve on a customer service team. Work with minimal supervision. Utilize desktop computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other applications as available. Supervision Employees in this class receive general direction from an Accounting Technical Supervisor, Systems Analyst Sr., or the Controller. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through reports, meetings, and results obtained. Working Conditions The work is performed in the usual office environment with field trips to work sites throughout Snohomish County. The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary. Equal Employment Opportunity Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice apply. Benefits Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week. County Benefits Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Retirement Basic Group Term Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Commuting Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program Leave & Holidays Voluntary Benefits Deferred Compensation 457(b) Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies Healthcare Premiums Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance. Regular part‑time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay prorated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County’s contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part‑time appointment will be prorated in an amount equal to the full‑time equivalent percentage the employee is assigned. Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees, and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County’s ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Snohomish County, WA