Senior Accountant

About this role

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range: $44.00 - $54.12 Hourly Department: Department of County Management (DCM) Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): August 23, 2026 The Opportunity: Overview

Are you a detailed, highly motivated Senior Finance Specialist that has advanced knowledge and skills in accounting regulations for financial reporting, auditing and reviewing? Do you have excellent written, verbal, technical and analytical skills? Are you quick to learn technology and troubleshoot accounting transactions and provide guidance to others?  Can you work effectively within a diverse workgroup that fosters a commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity that provides a sense of   safety, trust & belonging for all ? If this sounds like you … consider applying today! 

As the Senior Accountant (Finance Specialist Senior classification) with the Department of County Management General Ledger Unit your roles will include:   • Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and assist with the annual financial audit.

• Monitor monthly and year-end close, internal controls and the integrity of the financial data system.

• Provide technical accounting consultation, advice and recommendations.

• Analyze and recommend methods for streamlining existing processes in order to create efficiencies and conserve County resources.

• Assist with developing, updating and implementing financial policies and procedures.

• Assist in developing and delivering training to staff in topics related to accounting, auditing, internal controls, and finance enterprise systems.

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Have strong analytical skills and understanding of governmental accounting principals.

Who We Are and What We Do:

At the Department of County Management - Finance Division the work we do is essential to the operation of Multnomah County as a government, as well as an employer. As a team we are committed to being good stewards of public resources. The General Ledger (GL) unit is responsible for: • The implementation, application and adherence to accounting standards and regulations,

• The preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Component Unit Financial Reports

• Providing assistance and accounting guidance to other County finance personnel,

• Monitoring and reconciling bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and capital assets,

• Providing timely and accurate and financial allocations and information,

• Protecting the integrity of the County's financial accounting system (Workday) by monitoring critical internal controls, and

• Safeguarding of assets and the protection of the public trust.

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. 

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: • Bachelor’s degree. Experience may substitute for a degree.

• 3 years of progressively responsible financial accounting or auditing, that must include experience in the preparation of financial statements

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills. • Working knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.

• Experience preparing financial statements and schedule included in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for government-wide and fund level, including Schedules of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances – Budget and Actual, Statements of Revenues, Expenditures/Expenses, and Changes in Fund Balances/Net Position, Balance Sheets, Statements of Net Position, Statements of Cash Flows.

• Professional certifications in accounting, finance or directly related field 

*Transferable skills : Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. 

Screening and Evaluation 

The Application Packe t: Your completed application must include the following items: • A completed online application.

• A resume that contains your relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and if applicable the number of employees under your supervision.

• A cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses: why you are interested in this position and; demonstrates how your experience and skill set aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

Note: The application,  resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, addressing how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualification listed, as these materials may be scored and determine if you move forward in the process.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: • Initial review of minimum qualifications : We may do an additional preferred review

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