Accountant 2

Accountant 2

Job ID: 107824

Location: Milwaukie, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

• Service

• Professionalism

• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

• Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Monday, March 3, 2025.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Annual Pay Range: $75,798.22 - $96,124.29

Hourly Pay Range: $36.441450 - $46.213599

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation! This means you have access to vacation leave at time of hire.

• 8 hours of sick accrued per month

• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• A Choice of Dental Plans

• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes

• Longevity pay

• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan

• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

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http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

At North Clackamas Parks & Recreation District (NCPRD), our mission is to enrich community vitality and promote healthy living through parks and recreation. We are dedicated to enhancing and connecting our community by providing exceptional parks and recreation opportunities for all. As an Accountant 2, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial integrity of our district, supporting the essential services and programs that make a difference in people's lives. Your work will directly contribute to the quality of life of our residents, making a significant impact on our community. If you're a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative and mission-driven environment, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our commitment to excellence and public service.

As an Accountant 2 at NCPRD, you will play a vital role in maintaining the financial health of our organization. You will work closely with our finance team to ensure that financial records are accurate and compliant with GAAP standards, perform general ledger reconciliations, and prepare detailed financial statements to support our budgeting and reporting processes. Leveraging your expertise in integrated Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS), you will manage and analyze financial data to provide insightful reports that aid decision-making. Additionally, you will collaborate with auditors during external audits, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and accounting standards. Your role will also involve overseeing fiscal management processes, monitoring expenditures and revenues, and providing financial accountability across the district.

Why Join Us?

NCPRD is committed to enhancing residents' quality of life by providing exceptional parks, recreational facilities, and programs. As an Accountant 2, you will play a key role in ensuring our financial health and compliance, directly contributing to our district's success.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a team that values accuracy, accountability, and public service, we encourage you to apply for the Accountant 2 position at NCPRD. Join us in making a difference in our community through sound financial stewardship!

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience with accounting or fiscal management. Any combination of relevant education and/or training in a relevant discipline that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required years of experience.

• Experience using accounting software programs in an integrated Financial Management Information System

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Knowledge of the general ledger reconciliation process

• Knowledge of financial statement preparation

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience in government accounting

• Experience in local government/municipal accounting

• Experience in fund accounting and managing multiple financial accounts

• Working knowledge of the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standard

• Working knowledge of internal and external audit processes in a government or nonprofit setting

• Knowledge of Oregon Budget Law

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check

*For veterans qualified for Veterans' Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs a full range of operational functions including accounts receivable, grants management, contract fiscal oversight, auditing, purchasing, payroll, general ledger, etc.; performs account reconciliations, initiates corrections and makes adjusting journal entries; prepares supporting work papers, cash balances, proofs, and schedules.

• Analyzes and interprets financial and other information for management; presents information through reports, spreadsheets, and summaries; assists in the preparation of annual operating budgets; ensures selected general ledger accounts and annual reports accurately reflect the financial position of assigned work function or program.

• Applies laws, rules, regulations, and fiscal policies and procedures to assigned work functions, programs, and/or grants; in coordination with the Financial Services Supervisor, monitors and makes adjustments to fiscal systems.

• Analyzes data and prepares detailed financial reports, statements, and projections to assist in the development of budgets and for budget monitoring and/or auditing; monitors expenditures to assure budget compliance; prepares budget submission forms; prepares and reviews complex documentation for interagency and intergovernmental services, expenditures, and bills.

• Assists with internal and external audits. Review to ensure compliance with required county, state, federal, or grant program procedures and requirements; examine, analyze, and verify documents to ensure adherence to established controls and accepted professional standards; participate in audit resolution.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents..

• http://www.clackamas.us/

• http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

North Clackamas Parks & Recreation District (NCPRD) is a service district of Clackamas County dedicated to providing exceptional parks and recreation programs, facilities and services. Voters approved the formation of the District in 1990 because they saw the need for greater parks and recreation services in the north end of the county. The District - which serves more than 105,000 residents in a 27-square mile area - includes the city of Milwaukie and a large area of unincorporated Clackamas County.

NCPRD offers 32 parks, natural areas and sensitive habitat, and a network of trails including the 6-mile Trolley Trail. Additionally, NCPRD offers a wide range of programs, services and events, and operates several recreational facilities such as the North Clackamas Aquatic Park, Milwaukie Community Center and the Concord Property.

MISSION STATEMENT

To enrich community vitality and promote healthy living through parks and recreation.

VISION STATEMENT

Enhancing and connecting your community by providing exceptional parks and recreation opportunities for all.

http://ncprd.com/

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f

• https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

• https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

James Callahan, Recruiter

mailto:JCallahan@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6007322

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