About the Department

LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (on-site)
SALARY: $108,451.20 - $130,187.20 annually, depending on qualifications
JOB TYPE: Regular/Full-Time
UNION STATUS: Non-Union
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flex scheduling may be available)
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. First review April 20, 2026.

THE ROLE:

As the Finance Supervisor, you will play a critical leadership role in overseeing the City’s core financial operations, including general ledger management, financial reporting, audit coordination, and compliance with governmental accounting standards. This position supports the Finance Manager in directing departmental operations and ensures the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the City’s financial systems.

The ideal candidate will have five (5) or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience, strong knowledge of governmental accounting (GAAP), and demonstrated supervisory experience. This role requires the ability to lead and mentor staff, manage complex financial processes, and collaborate across departments to support strategic financial planning.

You will:

Supervise and develop accounting staff, including performance evaluations and training
Oversee financial records, reconciliations, and reporting processes
Lead year-end close and support preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Coordinate the annual audit and respond to auditor inquiries
Ensure compliance with GAAP, grant requirements, and regulatory standards
Support budget development, financial forecasting, and capital planning (CIP)
Oversee cash management, investments, debt, grants, and capital asset accounting
Serve as a financial resource to departments on technical accounting matters

The complete job description can be found here: Finance Supervisor

A background check and verification of education will be required upon acceptance of a conditional offer.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.)

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience
Two (2) years of supervisory experience in accounting
Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting
Experience with financial systems, reconciliations, and audit processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or related certification
Experience in municipal or public sector finance
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, New World)
Experience with grant accounting, debt management, and capital project accounting
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

The City offers a full benefits package for employees and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including:

Medical coverage is available at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level. Dental coverage is available at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month.
Basic life insurance paid for by the City and employee-sponsored supplemental life insurance
12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave which are available for use upon accrual
10 holidays, plus each employee receives 1 floating holiday each year
Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), which offers a guaranteed monthly benefit once vesting criteria has been met
In addition to DRS, employees may also contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, with a City match of up to 4%
Other benefits include: Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and flexible scheduling (department approval)

SAFETY/WORK CONDITIONS:

Work is primarily performed in an office environment
Requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and occasional lifting of light materials
May require extended hours during audit periods, budget development, and year-end close

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

For questions, please call or text HR at (509) 545-3408 or email [email protected].

The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If your experience does not exactly match every qualification, we encourage you to apply — you may be exactly what we are looking for.