The Finance Department is responsible for ensuring adherence to the legal, fiscal and accounting requirements established by the Office of the State Auditor's BARS (Budgeting, Accounting, and Reporting System). In addition the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) are adhered to by Tukwila.
The basic services provided include: Financial Data Processing; Treasury Cash Control; Utility Billing and Collection; Payroll; Accounts Payable-Claims; LID Billing and Receipting; Accounts Receivable; Budget Reporting and Control; preparation of the Annual Budget and the Annual Report; Safety and Risk Management.