Accounting

The Accounting Department performs the following functions in support of District operations:

• Records district financial transactions in accordance with Federal, State, and District regulations
• Oversees receipt and deposit of cash throughout the District
• Manages investment transactions in conjunction with the Whatcom County Treasurer’s Office
• Provides fiscal reporting and other financial information to District, the Public, and State and Federal Agencies
• Coordinates development of the District’s budget & monitors compliance to budget
• Provides grant accounting and reporting
• Issues payments to suppliers for goods and services
• Issues payments to employees for reimbursement of travel and expense reimbursements
• Prepares billings for building rentals, reimbursements, grants, etc.
• Acts as District liaison to the Washington State Auditor’s Office
• Establishes and monitors internal controls to effectively maintain the integrity of financial records, safeguard District assets, and comply with State & Federal regulations