The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.
General
Job Title:Specialist, AccountingJob Code:
PP0077
Supervises Directly:NoNew or Revised:RevisedRegular or At-Will:RegularDate:10/6/2026Exempt or Non-Exempt:Non-ExemptCompensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union:UnionDivision:
Department:
Finance, Procurement and Compliance
Finance-Controller
Salary Schedule: District Service (DS)Cost Center Code: 300015Grade:DS11Essential Position:NoReports To:Manager, AccountingEEO Code:ParaprofessionalsWork FormatHybridWho We Are & What We Do:
At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high-quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.
Role Description:
The Specialist, Accounting under general supervision, performs responsible accounting support and administrative work in the preparation, processing, maintenance and verification of accounting documents and records and performs related duties as assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Investigates, compiles, and provides information related to the general ledger account detail to assure account classifications are accurate by making classification corrections as needed.
Reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts and determines appropriate accruals. Reviews, analyzes and reconciles reports discrepancies and provides monthly overview of the findings to management.
Ensures adherence to departmental/company policies, including review of appropriate authorization levels and documentation support.
Prepare, records and reports financial transactions in accordance with established accounting principles (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - GAAP), policies, and objectives.
Ensures requirements and specifications of the Authority are met by monitoring and complying with reporting requirements and opening or closing accounts as required.
May be responsible for posting and maintaining a specific series of accounts.
- Prepares and monitors certain monthly invoices for approval.
- Acts as a liaison with other agencies, organizations, and employees to coordinate accounting programs.
- Provides documentation to support contract and grant reporting.
- Interface with DC Water process owners to ensure policies and procedures are appropriately documented and compliant with relevant policy and regulatory requirements. Discrepancies are documented for review and follow up.
- Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Key Working Relationships: Interacts with governmental agencies/organizations and staff throughout the Authority.
Skills & Qualifications:
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Required Experience:Six (6) years of progressive related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum Education Requirements:High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.Required Skills: Excellent computer skills with an in-depth knowledge of typical software applications such as Windows, and Microsoft Suite applications.Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Effective oral and written communication skills.Required Licenses & Certifications: NAPhysical Requirements: General office conditions.Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Experience:N/APreferred Education Requirements:Associate’s degree/Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or similar field from an accredited college or university and/or certifications preferred.Preferred Skills:N/A
*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
Your Experience at DC Water:
At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.
- Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.
- Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and well-being.
- Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.
- Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities.”
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to
perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please
email [email protected].
Skills Required
- Six years of progressive related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Excellent computer skills and in-depth knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Suite applications
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a similar field
- Relevant professional certifications
What We Do
DC Water is an industry leader because of the caliber of our employees. We are thinkers and leaders. We are innovators and problem-solvers. Every day we're helping to solve the environmental challenges of the nation's capital. We take pride in our work. Join us.
