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Senior Accountant

Washington County, OR
$97,423.80 - $118,369.20 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, job share, retirement plan
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
155 North 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2025
THE POSITION Washington County's Finance Department is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team! This position will remain open until filled. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications, as the first round of applications will be reviewed within two weeks of receipt starting February 2nd, 2025. Please be aware that the posting may close at any time without further notice. The Opportunity The Senior Accountant provides professional-level accounting and finance support under the supervision of the Chief Accountant. Responsibilities include preparing and overseeing financial reports, supporting audits, collaborating with operating departments to develop accounting procedures, and ensuring compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and other regulatory requirements. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in financial reconciliation, debt management, and property tax reporting, while contributing to the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and supporting external audits. Ideal Candidate Profile Technical Skills: Proficiency in governmental accounting principles, including GASB standards. Solid understanding of general ledger reconciliation, financial analysis, and reporting. Experience with financial ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Munis, Workday). Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formula (i.e. IF, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, COUNTIF, etc.), creating and managing tables, PivotTables/PivotCharts and financial analysis tools. Key Competencies: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and reconciliation. Leadership and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively under the guidance of the Chief Accountant. Experience collaborating with diverse departments and providing technical guidance. Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. 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. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES This position is classified as a Senior Accountant. To review the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification, please use this link: Accountant, Senior. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: A Bachelor's Degree in finance or accounting; AND Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principle duties of this position classification. Preferred Requirements: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, and Specialty Requirements Must pass a criminal background check post-offer 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. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 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. Minimum Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes on February 2nd, 2025. Subject Matter Expert Review: Your SME answers may be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). This process will begin after February 9th, 2025. Panel Interview(s): Panel interviews will be scheduled for the top candidates who successfully pass the initial screening step. First round interviews will be conducted the week of February 16th, 2025. Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment. Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate will undergo a background check. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. Please note: Candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family. 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. Status of Your Application: You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings. Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans' preference points for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points. 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 at least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation. Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment Yvonne Villa, Talent Acquisition Business Partner Yvonne_Villa@washingtoncountyor.gov Additional Resources: New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. * Washington County is a drug-free workplace *