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Silver Lake Water and Sewer District

The Washington Association of Sewer and Water Districts, Bothell, WA, United States


Payroll/Accounts Payable Coordinator performs a variety of payroll, accounts payable, financial, and accounting functions in support of the District. Responsibilities include processing payroll, processing accounts payable, administering employee benefits programs and records, assisting with general ledger transactions and reporting, assisting with audit and annual report compilation, and providing back‑up for customer service tasks.

Specific Duties

Prepare and process district payroll for all employees and commissioners, including all appropriate withholdings such as taxes, retirement payments, garnishments, etc. Verify employees’ time and attendance records. Prepare journal vouchers to record payroll data in the general ledger.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year‑end payroll reports, payroll tax deposits, summary reports, and W‑2 and W‑3 forms in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Administer all aspects of accounts payable, verifying accuracy of invoices received by the district, and ensure all appropriate approvals are documented prior to processing payments. Prepare vouchers for approval if needed.

Maintain and manage vendor files, including W‑9 forms, current contact information, and appropriate ACH information if utilized.

Prepare and remit year‑end 1099 forms for vendors and their related federal reporting forms according to state and federal regulations.

Schedule and remit the timely payment of bond and loan payments to fiscal agents or the State of Washington. Reconcile payments to the respective debt amortization schedule.

Provide front‑counter assistance as required during staffing shortages, answering telephones and facilitating other utility payment related customer service.

Requirements: Experience and Education – Any combination of education and experience equal to six years’ experience that provides the applicant/incumbent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Equivalency must include at least two years’ payroll processing experience.

Organization: Silver Lake Water and Sewer District
Location: Bothell, WA, United States
Salary: $102,985 – $124,682 DOE

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