Sr. Accounting Assistant

The Department of Juvenile Services is currently looking for a talented Senior Accounting Assistant to join our financial team!

The successful candidate will possess a strong financial background, has a technical skillset in computerized financial systems, and is adept at payroll processes and governmental accounting. Working alongside a three member financial team, the candidate will know how to develop and maintain solid relationships while exemplifying the Mission, Values and Goals of the Juvenile Department as we serve the youth and families in our community.

The ideal candidate will have:

• extensive financial experience in accounting and accounting principals, including managing computerized accounting systems.  
• payroll experience, as well as accounts payable and receivable and contract experience.  
• an eye for detail. 
• the ability to work under pressure while managing several competing deadlines.  

To learn more about our services and programs, please visit: Juvenile Services.   

Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident. 

Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.  We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.   As a Senior Accounting Assistant, on any given day, you may find yourself:

1. Maintaining a chart of accounts
2. Preparing, reviewing, and posting journal entries to the County financial system and reconciling general ledger account balances; researching and resolving reconciliation issues as necessary.
3. Preparing invoices for contracts and receiving and records payments on these contracts.
4. Assisting in creating a positive and supportive work environment, and building a culture of teamwork and communication 
5. Creating a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion and actively promoting an environment respectful of living and working in a diverse community.
6. Providing functional and technical information and instructions regarding applicable procedures and methods. 
7. Interpreting and explaining rules and regulations
8. Maintaining payment and retainage records for contracts.

This position is classified as an Accounting Assistant, Senior. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review the full information on this classification, please use the following link: Accounting Assistant, Senior.Education and Experience:

• Possession of an Associate's Degree in accounting, business, or related field AND two (2) or more years of work experience related to accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal management; OR
• Accounting Certificate (12 months) AND three (3) or more years of work experience related to accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal management; OR
• Five (5) or more years of work experience related to accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal management.

Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, and Specialty Requirements:  

• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.

 Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable.  Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.  Next Steps

1. Apply today! In addition to a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
2. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes on May 14, 2023.
3. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions. This process will begin the week of May 21, 2023 .
4. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME Review as soon as possible.
5. Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
6. Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate will undergo a background check.
7. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  

Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans' preference points for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader).
     
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or careers@washingtoncountyor.gov least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation.

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Additional Resources

•  Questions about this recruitment?
   Gregory Garabedian, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
   Gregory_Garabedian@washgintoncountyor.gov

Salary : $28 - $34