Accountant III
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Job Description
1.0 FTE on a 260 day work calendar
Location: Albany OR
Competitive salary and benefits package
Expected start date: July 1 2025
Salary is based on 202425 salary will be updated once the 202526 schedule is published
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Apply at are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job; that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage a candidates application even if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined please feel free to contact Human Resources atto discuss your application.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position is vital to the Business Services team. Working independently within the team this role oversees maintains and is responsible for several imperative funds and functions of the agency. As the liaison to various grants agencies this position is also one of the faces of the agency that exemplifies our tradition of stellar support for those we serve. Our business team is as supportive of each other as they are of our customers. They problemsolve collaborate and back each other up as they learn and guide their teammates to grow in their professional practices. This work is dynamic technically challenging and fulfilling as the work ultimately serves the educators supporting students in our region and around the state.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associates Degree in accounting or bookkeeping The ESD will accept a combination of progressively rigorous experience in diverse work settings with applicable professional credentials in the field in lieu of a degree.
- Previous work in a large ERP preferably Infinite Visions.
- Such alternatives to certain above qualifications may apply as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This position has the following expectations and prerequisite abilities.
- Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings and understanding and commitment to antiracists principles.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA FERPA and adherence to the competent and ethical educator practices.
- Maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing all aspects of our agency including ORS OAR IDEA FOIA and CIPA.
- Exceptional prioritization of tasks timely completion of work assignments ability to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrates respectful flexible and effective teambuilding skills of cooperation communication and active participation.
- Present self and LBL in a professional manner including: in oral and written communication professional disposition when working with others and maintaining professional dress standards.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives find requested data and present in userfriendly formats for internal and public distribution.
- Maintain regular attendance at work. Be punctual in meeting deadlines attending meetings and following schedules.
- Utilize teleservice platform to provide services to educators students and district staff as directed.
- Ability to lift carry at least 25 pounds.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a vehicle or work setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or allinclusive list of responsibilities skills and duties associated with this position. The supervisor of this position may modify this list at any time its deemed necessary.
- Prepares and submits receipts for grant work.
- Accounting help desk support.
- Write and/or coordinates personnel to complete grant reports as necessary and in a timely manner.
- Tracks all grant availability and expenditures informs ESD Senior Management of opportunities requirements and/or potential issues regarding the agencys grants and contracts. Monitor progress and changes; and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organizations receivables status.
- Monitors receipt of state funds.
- Reconciles bank accounts.
- Assists in processing payroll including reconciliations and quarterly and annual reporting.
- Performs monthly reconciliations including but limited to fixed assets accounts receivable accounts payable liability accounts procurement cards and cash bank accounts.
- Supports audits by preparing schedules working papers and other materials as directed.
- Creates and uploads or enters journal entries consistent with fund accounting principles.
- Prepares and submits reports to the Oregon Department of Education.
- Liaising with various parties to gather and share relevant information related to grants contracts and other Business Office assignments.
- Maintain records and documentation.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
- Salary and benefit information shown are based on fulltime employment 1.0 FTE) based on the current school year
- Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD Classified salary schedule will be commensurate with applicants qualifications relevant training and experience
- Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health dental and vision insurance premiums
- Employer paid PERS holidays sick leave and personal days are also provided
- Employer paid Life Insurance 1 x annual salary
- Employer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability
- May qualify for a Cell Phone/Data Stipend
Health Insurance
Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees
- Includes medical dental vision & prescription insurance
- Monthly premium deducted pretax
- LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost
- Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Carriers offered are:
- Moda
- Kaiser
- Willamette Dental Group
Retirement
- PERS Public Employee Retirement System
- For more information visit:
- LBLESD pays the 6 employee contribution on behalf of each employee
Personal Leave
- Up to 24 hours
Sick Leave
- Up to 96 hours (prorated based on work calendars less than 260
- Sick Leave Bank
- Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank
- Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury
Doctor Appointment Leave
- Up to 3 hours per month
Professional Development Opportunities
- LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes
- First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite
- Includes workshops and conferences
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources atfor additional information and assistance.
Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215 or a letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a nonservice connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veterans disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
Employment Type
Full-Time
