Financial Accountant (Accountant 1- Limited Duration)

Initial Posting Date:

04/07/2025

Application Deadline:

04/20/2025

Agency:

Oregon Department of Emergency Management

Salary Range:

$4,409 - $6,732

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Financial Accountant (Accountant 1- Limited Duration)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Financial Accountant (Accountant 1)

As a Financial Accountant with the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM), you will calculate and record financial, statistical, and numerical data to record details of business transactions and maintain accounting records. This work requires knowledge of bookkeeping principles used to classify, record, and summarize numerical data and make computations to compile and keep financial records. corrections. For a full review of the position description, please click here.

Please note this is a limited duration position that is currently scheduled to end 06/30/2025. The duration may be extended based on agency need and budget approval.

The Benefits of joining Our Team

It is the mission of Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) to lead collaborative state-wide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities we serve, to ensure capability to get help in an emergency and to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters regardless of cause. To learn more about our team and the work we do, please visit Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) website.

We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking.

Employee benefits include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 8 hours of vacation leave earned per month.
• 8 hours of sick leave earned per month.
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate; OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; OR

• Successful completion of the State of Oregon Accounting Career Mobility Program or equivalent accounting certificate program from an accredited college or university; OR

• 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in Accounting from an accredited institution AND two years of technical, para- professional accounting experience to include: a) classifying, analyzing, and reconciling financial data and records; b) designing, recommending, and installing modifications of accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records; c) preparing financial statements and reports; d) analyzing and interpreting laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances to ensure the legality of financial transactions; and e) analyzing, interpreting, and making recommendations related to accounting transactions, accounts and account relationships resulting in accounting entries.

 

Desired Attributes: Please discuss these in your cover letter.

• Experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, and reconciliations.

• Experience with year-end close process and accruals.

• Experience with state systems such as SFMA and OBIEE a plus but not required.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team setting while showing the ability to consistently demonstrate ethical standards and independent judgment, solicit respect, and value of diversity of opinions, ideas, and cultural differences.

Application Details and Instructions 

• Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter. 

• If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account.

Additional Details

• The salary listed is the non- Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) qualifying salary. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary will reflect the 6.95% increase.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. OEM does not offer visa sponsorship. OEM will use E-verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, visit Veterans Resources.

• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.

• Employees of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management are subject to recall at any time. During an emergency this position may be required to work long hours without normal days off within the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC), Recovery Coordination Center (RCC) or in the field supporting emergency response activities.  To support development and enhancements of State ECC/RCC capabilities and responsibilities all staff may be re-directed from day-to-day duties to support planning, training, and exercise activities as needed.

Helpful Links & Resources 

Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | How to Set Job Alerts 

Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job 

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