Oregon Housing & Community Services Looking for Accountant Specialist (Accountant I) at United States, Oregon, Salem Full Time

Initial Posting Date:

06/22/2022

Application Deadline:

07/04/2022

Agency:

Oregon Housing and Community Services

Salary Range:

$3,768 – $5,758

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Accountant Specialist (Accountant I)

Job Description:

Oregon Housing & Community ServicesAccounting Specialist[Accountant I]Salem, OR

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is looking for an accounting professional who wants to take their next career step and join our growing team. Qualified candidates will have a strong background in accounting principles, internal controls, fiscal analysis, data mining, reporting, and compliance. If you passion and desire to be part of our agencies mission to support the people of Oregon, then we want you to hear from you and apply for our Accounting Specialist (Accountant I) position today!

*This position is permanent, full-time, and represented by SEIU.

*Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be given full consideration and vetted through the recruitment process before utilizing the external applicant list.

*This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

* This position is a hybrid position. This position requires some work to be performed in the office each week, and some work is able to be performed remotely.

*The “How to Apply” section of the announcement contains the required information for your application to be considered. Incomplete applications submitted will be removed from the recruitment process.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The primary purpose of this position is to process accounts payable activity for the agency.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: All performed with an Equity & Racial Justice Lens

Accounts Payable Support
* Maintain the Statewide Financial Management System (SFMS) vendor file. Query the system for existing vendors to determine accuracy of entity. Contact vendors to obtain accurate and complete Taxpayer Identification to ensure legal compliance. Coordinate with SFMS statewide vendor desk to create or correct vendor profiles.

Notes Receivable

• Query SFMA loan balances and reconcile to amortization schedules, identify any discrepancies, ensure all payments are recorded and that new loans are recorded in the accounting system, and set up new loan amortization schedules.

System Payment Batching

• In coordination with program staff, develop processes for weekly batching of payment details for new program areas, learn various new systems, work with program staff to reconcile and confirm batch payment activity and totals.

Accounting Entries

• Prepare and perform entries into SFMA to record disbursement transfers, subgrantee payments, corrections/adjustments, and internal transfers.

Deposits

• Perform cashiering functions, logging checks under dual control, compile check detail and prepare deposit for armored car exchange.

ACH Origination

• Maintain and enter new account profiles in ACH origination software to support ACH debits and credits.

Other Duties

• Learn and use query tool to export SFMA accounting data in order to support research, reconciliations, and analysis functions.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!

• Salary Range: $3768.00 – $5758.00

• A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.

• An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.

• including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan ().

OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

• Recruitment Closes: 7/04/2022

• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: 7/05/2022

• Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: 7/07/2022

• 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 7/18/2022

• 2nd Round of Interviews: TBD if needed

• Anticipated Start Date: 8/01/2022

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (REQUESTED SKILLS)

The most competitive candidates will possess the following requested skills, experience, and knowledge:

• Experience in interpreting and applying federal and state, rules and requirements, accounting policies and principles, and statewide and agency policies and procedures.

• Extensive experience using query tools to perform research, analysis, and to locate errors in accounting records.

• General knowledge in computerized accounting systems and how they aid in compiling, maintaining, and using accounting information.

• Organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines.

• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.

• Ability to reconcile multiple sets of data and compare to relevant data sources and control totals.

• Excellent verbal and written communication with multiple stakeholders.

• Solution oriented, self-motivated, and a team player.

• Demonstrated awareness of race and social justice, including the ability to positively influence equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

We recognize that your time is valuable. We will be looking for the following minimum qualifications in addition to the skills listed above:

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate.

-OR-

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

-OR-

A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in accounting from an accredited institution.

-OR-

32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in Accounting from an accredited institutionANDtwo 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.

To request a copy of the position description, please contact:

We will use the requested skills and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the skills and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials.

HOW TO APPLY

• OHCS Employees & Statewide Applicants: Apply via your employee Workday account. Please be sure to update your profile if needed.

• External Applicants: Click the ‘Apply’ button at the top of the job announcement. You will need to either create or update your Workday profile.

• All Applicants: Attach a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages and clearly demonstrate how your experience and training relate to the requested skills and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above. Generic cover letters and/or cover letters that do not address the requested skills above will be graded as non-responsive.

*NOTE for OHCS, SEIU represented employees only:

1.) Keep communication open with your manager when you are applying for any opportunities – lateral/promotional.

2.) Trial Service: An employee may be removed from trial service following a lateral transfer or promotion. If approved by management, the employee shall have the right of return to the Agency and the classification or comparable salary level which the previously held.

AFTER YOU APPLY

• Log in to your Workday account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions, and make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.

• Be sure to check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.

WHO WE ARE

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon’s housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty.

Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

is a bold new agenda that articulates how Oregon Housing and Community Services will pave the way for more Oregonians to have access to stable housing opportunities necessary for self-sufficiency. It lays the foundation for OHCS to be a data- and research-driven organization and proposes a new way of collaborating and focusing resources and energy to address the most pressing housing issues facing Oregon today. Our plan lays out ambitious goals to increase access of housing, including goals and strategies to prevent and address homelessness.

CONTROLLERS OFFICE: ACCOUNTING SECTION

The Controller’s Office includes the Procurement and Grant Compliance Section, which delivers grants and monitoring, and procurement and contracts. It also includes the Accounting Section, which is responsible for all agency accounting functions and the operating budgets. OHCS’s Controller’s Office provides essential services to support the agency’s leadership and workforce to achieve the Department’s mission. Work performed in this section ensures accountability, transparency, and stewardship of resources.

The Accounting Section of the Controller’s Office includes general accounting functions for all aspects of the agency to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant management reporting, sub-grantee distributions, federal draws, financial reporting, management of general ledger structure and systems development to support accounting transactions, annual audit and statewide financial statement support, investment accounting, and enterprise financial statement and disclosures preparation. This section is responsible for the agency’s section operating and program operating budgets and ensures accountability and stewardship of resources.

WHY JOIN US

OHCSvalues a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We stand by our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants of a protected class, including disability status and veteran status. We encourage Individuals of diverse backgrounds, who promote diversity, and inclusion join our agency.

• Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.

• Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.

• Our Core Values: Collaboration – Compassion – Equity – Integrity – Leadership – Transparency.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? LET US HELP YOU!

• Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the page for more details.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes. If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at:

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

• Work Authorization: OHCS does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet DAS employment eligibility standards.

• Veteran’s Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please see the following website: , or call Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666 NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.

• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides or provide an acceptable alternate mode of transportation.

• If you are selected to move forward in this recruitment, please be aware that the hiring team may incorporate an assessment into the recruitment process. Additional details on the assessment will be sent to those who are eligible and selected to move forward.

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