Accountant I or II

An Accountant I provides oversight and direction to county departments in development of annual budgets, supplemental budgets, and annual financial reports; coordinates and monitors all county grants and contracts for fiscal compliance; Ensures integrity and accuracy to data posted on general ledger; participates in strategic planning, policy analysis and development; does related work as required.  Work with other accountants and management to maintain County fiscal control as outlined in COSO framework.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Finance Director and is reviewed primarily through results attained.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Illustrative only.  Any single position in this classification will not necessarily involve all of the listed duties below and other positions will involve duties which are not listed.  These duties represent the essential functions needed of persons in this classification.) 

1. Remain current on County accounting and financial policies and procedures, internal controls, legal requirements, ordinances, and department policies affecting County financial operations. Interpret financial information to advise management of any applicable changes in procedures to reflect revised requirements.
2. Maintains fiscal records; compiles data and prepares summaries, statements, statistical information and other reports. Prepares and reconciles account balances; reconciles report discrepancies and problems; makes necessary corrections. 
3. Develops fiscal/accounting procedural recommendations, changes and/or projections based on independent analysis and research of data.
4. Works directly with federal and independent auditors to explain transactions or answer questions.
5. Reviews work from other departments or sources for accuracy and conformance with County procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); provides technical assistance as required. Effectively communicates adjustments and works in collaboration with the departments served.
6. Provides consultation, advice and direction to various County departments' staff regarding grant and/or contracting issues and methods which will best meet legal requirements and agency objectives; safeguards the integrity of grant administration or contracted services and protects the agency from financial losses due to adverse legal action or audit irregularities.
7. Administers accounting, reporting, and other management requirement with grant recipients or contractors; reviews plans/agreements, schedules, budgets, progress reports, or other grant/contract monitoring instruments to ensure contract or grant project/program performance; may conduct on-site reviews; identifies and resolves problems, assures appropriate and timely correction of grant administration and/or contract compliance issues.
8. Produce and review monthly financial reports for/with department heads, as well as state and federal agencies, and other parties.  Provide technical assistance to County departments in the areas of accounting and budgeting.
9. Works as part of a team with other accountants to develop, produce and publish the annual County budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Coordinates department preparations of supplemental budgets throughout the year.
10. Perform research and analysis on confidential bargaining issues as assigned.
11. Maintain effective working relationships with County departments, vendors, co-workers, and auditors.
12. Other duties as assigned. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Thorough knowledge of budgeting and accounting; effective English grammar and usage; professional office etiquette. General knowledge of the operations, policies and terminology of a finance office; program development, planning and evaluation; and application of federal, state and local rules and regulations. Requires skill in the operation of standard office equipment; computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets and databases. General knowledge of COSO framework, GASB pronouncements, and Uniform Guidance. Ability to research assigned problems; organize materials from various sources into a format to complement needs of other staff and meet established deadlines; solve problems and make accurate, independent decisions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associates degree in accounting or related field from accredited college or university and four years progressively responsible experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon Driver's License; safe driving record.

Salary : $60,766 - $74,500