--- title: Accountant at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority description: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority is hiring for the Accountant role in Tacoma, WA. Full-time, on-site role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/accountant-at-puyallup-tribal-health-authority-01a0b3c2-308f-721d-943d-23251690a4fa date: 2026-09-28T02:32:16Z og_description: Join Puyallup Tribal Health Authority as Accountant in Tacoma, WA. Pays $65.7K–$80.2K per year. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/fiv514.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | | **Location** | Tacoma, WA | | **Salary** | $65.7K/yr - $80.2K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 23, 2026 | ## Description **More Than Numbers — Be Part of Something Bigger** **Location:** Tacoma & Fife, WA | On-Site **Schedule:** Full-Time | Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Hiring Range:** $65,668.60 - $80,168.40 per year **Position Close Date: Open Until Filled** At **Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA)**, our work is rooted in service, community, culture, and family. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Tribal members and the communities we serve through compassionate, culturally centered healthcare. We're looking for an experienced **Accountant** who wants more than just a desk job. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in supporting healthcare services that make a real difference in people's lives. If you enjoy solving complex financial challenges, collaborating with mission-driven teams, and contributing to a strong community-focused organization, we invite you to apply! **What You’ll Do:** As our **Accountant**, you'll serve as a key financial resource supporting multiple Tribal healthcare entities. You'll work closely with leadership to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, transparency, and sound decision-making. - Process bi-weekly payroll, including timesheet review, payroll verification, issue resolution, and retirement contribution reporting. - Monitor Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance by uploading payroll data, tracking employee hours, and maintaining accurate reporting records. - Process accounts payable transactions accurately and timely using automated accounting and purchasing systems. - Manage accounts receivable activities, including payment processing, banking transactions, and record maintenance in accordance with department procedures. - Perform daily cash monitoring and monthly reconciliations to ensure accurate tracking of fund availability and financial activity. - Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, financial reconciliations, and required monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting reports. - Review purchase requisitions for budget availability, grant compliance, and adherence to established organizational guidelines. - Provide excellent customer service and administrative support to staff, vendors, and external contacts regarding payroll, accounts payable, invoice inquiries, and other accounting-related matters. **Why PTHA?** We are more than a clinic — we're a culturally grounded, patient-first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well-being. Here, your work has meaning. - Work in a mission-driven, accredited organization - Serve a close-knit patient population in an urban reservation setting - Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training - Experience a strong support system and inclusive team culture **Perks of the Role:** - **Meaningful Mission** – Contribute to the financial wellness of a tribally operated health organization dedicated to serving the Indigenous community - **Competitive Compensation** – Receive a fair salary that reflects your expertise and the impact of your work - **Supportive Team Culture** – Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where respect and ethics are core values - **Cultural Enrichment** – Work in an organization that values and integrates Indigenous traditions, community care, and cultural sensitivity - **Stability & Impact** – Be part of a long-standing, accredited institution that plays a vital role in community health and development **PTHA Employee Benefits:** - Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance - Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date) - (13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days - (18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday - 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (1) years of service - Life and AD&D insurance coverage - **Have student loans?** PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs If you're looking for a career where your accounting expertise supports something meaningful, this is your opportunity. Join a team that values connection, purpose, and community — and help us continue making a difference in the lives of those we serve. In accordance with federal law, **Native American Preference** in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. - Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with an accounting emphasis that includes at least 24 credit hours in accounting from an accredited institution - One (1) year of direct accounting related experience - Must have full-cycle payroll experience for 50 or more employees using electronic systems - Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications - Experience using automated accounting and payroll systems - Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current liability insurance ## Skills - Administrative Support - Accounts Receivable - Microsoft Excel - Purchasing - Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - Community Health - Cultural Awareness - Banking - General Ledger - Administrative Skills - Purchase Requisitioning - Community-Based Care - Payment Processing - Microsoft Office - Accounts Payable - Reservation Management - Cash Management - Grant Compliance - Customer Service ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health and Wellness Programs - Health Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/accountant-at-puyallup-tribal-health-authority-01a0b3c2-308f-721d-943d-23251690a4fa?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)