What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant IV - Open Continuous position at City of Portland?
This recruitment will remain open until December 19, 2022. The first review of applications will consist of all applications received by 11/20/22 at 11:59PM.
The City of Portland is excited to announce openings for an Accountant IV.
The Accounting and Grants Management Division of the Bureau of Revenue and Financial Services (BRFS) is excited to announce two Accountant IV openings. The Accountant IV is the most prestigious level in the accounting class within the City of Portland; and has a substantial impact on the integrity of the City's accounting system, financial reporting, compliance and management decision making. As a lead accounting role, these positions are expected to take initiative in practical problem-solving, actively participate in cross-training functionality and will ultimately be responsible for reporting over a body of funds and/or business processes. The Accounting and Grants Management Division provides accounting services to all City bureaus. Team-work and cross functional collaborations are highly valued to facilitate smooth workflows and an in-depth understanding of the City’s finances.
The combination of strong finance and accounting knowledge, advanced data analysis skills, and strong communication skills are essential to be successful. This position will be working with the City's bureaus and must handle competing priorities in a professional and diplomatic manner. The ability to maintain confidentiality is also very important.
This recruitment will establish an eligible list that will be utilized for current and future Accountant IV vacancies:
Compliance Accountant IV
- The position will report to the City’s Deputy Controller.
- Ensure a consistent understanding and implementation of the adopted Accounting.
- Administrative Rules among all City bureaus.
- Update and create policy that reflects the City’s core values.
- Collaborate with all City bureaus in maintaining adequate internal controls that minimizes risks in the City’s financial operations.
- Performs compliance testing to determine whether bureaus are following City policies and will recommend corrective action when needed.
- Collaborate with business owners to prepare process mapping, implement internal controls, and periodically test for effectiveness.
- Be a lifelong learner. Study the evolving world of accounting and technology to ensure the City is always forward looking in serving our community.
Financial Reporting Accountant IV
- The position will report to the City’s Financial Reporting Accounting Supervisor.
- Assist in preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), including fund financial statements, note disclosures, statistical tables, and other financial schedules, prepare and review ACFR audit schedules, participate in annual year-end audit, and work with the City’s internal and external auditors.
- Actively assist in the implementation of new accounting standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and stay abreast of new and upcoming standards
- Prepare and process assigned monthly journal entries and fund reconciliations
- Provide accounting support to bureaus and take initiative to solve problems and facilitate knowledge sharing and learning
- Possess a robust understanding of financial reporting, and financial statement assertions and how they relate to each business cycle, be a subject matter expert over a body of fund work and answer staff questions
Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:
- CPA or other professional designation.
- Public Accounting experience.
This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please go to https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements and click on the appropriate link. Applicants start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative
Designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred but not required. Premium pay of 5% is offered for hours worked, for accountants that have acquired and maintain an Oregon CPA license, in accordance with the 2021-2024 DCTU labor agreement.
As a person, you are:
- Collaborative: An authentic professional who has interpersonal skills, values partnerships, and develops and supports relationships to get things done.
- Curious: A curious professional who is always seeking to learn new things and grow as a person and as a professional.
- Results Driven: A person who is able to work effectively and efficiently in a high-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong Communicator: A person who builds trust and strong relationships through frequent, transparent, and clear communications.
- Solutions Oriented: A person who possesses and uses strong communication skills to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to create, implement, document solutions, and problem solve.
- Someone who Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Someone who embraces anti-racist approaches through intentional partnership, self-awareness, and action, showing cultural humility, advocacy, and mindfulness. Someone who understands the importance of using DEI concepts to guide and inform your work.
- Equitable: A person who maintains and advocates for an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace for all.
- Emotionally Intelligent: A person who is motivated, passionate, team-oriented, and empathetic, and works to create the same characteristics in their Team.
City of Portland Core Values:
Anti-racism | Communication | Collaboration | Equity | Transparency | Fiscal Responsibility
These values guide our actions as we serve the community and engage our workforce. To learn more about the City's core values, please click here.
Why work at the City of Portland?
The City of Portland workforce serves a population of over 650,000. We are culture- and solutions-driven, viewing every challenge as an opportunity to learn, improve, and share our expertise. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to resources, access, and opportunity. The City is a believer in all people and continues to actively recruit and retain diverse top talent every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. If you are open-minded, motivated, community-focused, and self-aware, please apply yourself at the City of Portland today.
The City of Portland also participates in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). For more information on the City of Portland's benefits please click here.
The City of Portland workforce serves a population of over 650,000. We are culture- and solutions-driven, viewing every challenge as an opportunity to learn, improve, and share our expertise. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to resources, access, and opportunity. The City is a believer in all people and continues to actively recruit and retain diverse top talent every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. If you are open-minded, motivated, community-focused, and self-aware, please apply yourself at the City of Portland today.
The City of Portland also participates in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). For more information on the City of Portland's benefits please click here.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
As of October 18, 2021, all City employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This is required for all positions at the City of Portland. Proof of being fully vaccinated is required by date of hire. You may request an exception,for health or religious reasons, from getting the COVID-19 vaccine at the time a position is offered.Work Location
Currently, many positions with the City of Portland are being performed as a remote/onsite mix. In the future, these positions: 1) may remain as a remote/onsite mix or 2) revert to full-time at a city work location.
Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental question responses and resume how their education, training, work experience and/or lived experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for governments.
- Ability to research and analyze technical literature and guidance to determine the impact.
- Experience with auditing, analytical procedures, and understanding of internal control systems.
- Ability and experience communicating effectively orally and in writing with a variety of diverse audiences including preparing clear and concise financial data, reports, and other written material.
- Knowledge and experience using accounting systems, in conjunction with data and trend analysis tools and techniques to monitor financial operations and performance.
- Ability and experience collaborating effectively in a cross-functional team environment and providing lead direction to others, including making assignments and reviewing their work.
Applicant must also:
- Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per City/State mandate or have an approved exception by date of hire.
An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in your resume and responses to the supplemental questions weighted 100%. Do not attach materials not requested. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Recruitment Activity Schedule:
Recruitment Activity Schedule:
- Job Posting closes: 12/19/2022
- First review period: 11/21-11/30
- Eligible List/Notices Generated: week of 12/5
- Next Review Period: 12/5/2022-12/9/2022
- Eligible List/Notices Generated: week of 12/12
The selection process will happen periodically throughout this recruitment. If you are placed on the eligible list, you do not need to reapply. You will be contacted by the bureau when being considered for the selection process.
Please note: Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
Application Instructions
Applicants must submit a professional resume and responses to the supplemental questions online, specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement in accordance with the following Application Instructions:
- Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
- Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
- Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
- If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, as identified below, please describe in your responses to the supplemental questions and resume any transferrable skills obtained during your military service and how they relate to each of the required minimum qualifications under the "To Qualify" section above.
Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. Do not attach materials not requested. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Work Status: Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
Veterans' Preference: If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, attach a copy of your DD214/DD215 and/or Veterans Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veterans' Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment to which you apply. Veterans' Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date of this recruitment.
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations: If you identify as a person with a disability, are pregnant or nursing, or observe a religious practice(s), and would like to request a reasonable accommodation when applying for this job, please contact the Recruiter below for assistance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.
Language Pay Differential: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skills to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found here.
Did you know? The City of Portland offers How to Apply Classes that are free and review best practices for applying to the City. Follow the link for the most recent list of scheduled dates: https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events.
Contact Information
Tamara Larison, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Tamara.Larison@portlandoregon.gov
(503) 823-3523
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