Finance Specialist Sr., Business Services
Finance Specialist Sr., Business Services
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Job Description
This is an internal job posting. Only former Multnomah County employees on an active recall list may apply for this opportunity through this site.
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$41.51 $51.03 HourlyDepartment:
Department of County Management (DCM)Job Type:
Regular RepresentedExemption Status:
United States of America (NonExempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
May 18 2025
The Opportunity:
This is a full time regular assignment* open to all current regular probationary/trial service and limited duration or those in a paid or unpaid internship program of Multnomah County who are on approved leave or on an active recall list.
Temporary and oncall employees in Local 88 may apply for an internal recruitment if they were hired through a competitive process.
Temporary and oncall employees who are not in Local 88 may apply for an internal recruitment if they were hired through a competitive process.
Applications will be reviewed once the position is closed.
OVERVIEW
How do we Engage We commit to exemplifying an attitude of inclusiveness and congeniality. We aim to be innovative yet at the same time are skilled in being resourceful. How do we succeed Being mindful of our strategic anchors of reliability and responsiveness in every decision to fulfill our commitments not only to those who work here but also to provide better service to our Customers.
At Multnomah County we dont just accept differences; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect and an environment of safety trust and belonging for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A successful candidate will possess the following skills:
Outcomes Oriented: You strive to fulfill commitments and responsibilities and holds self accountable for successful outcomes.
Communication: You provide timely information necessary for others to make informed decisions and to avoid surprises.
Learning Agility: You consistently show an awareness of changing workplace trends and the ability and desire to adapt skills and knowledge and encourage others to do the same in order to stay current.
Creativity and Innovation: You seek advocate for and implement improved methods systems and approaches to meet changing organizational needs.
Promoting Equity: You cultivate a work environment that values truthtelling courage and vulnerability space to think and reflect communitymindedness shared power hope and openness to difficult conversations.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Finance Specialist Senior position is located within the Department of County Management (DCM) Business Services Program. In this role you perform a wide range of professional level accounting budgeting grants management contract fiscal oversight auditing and general ledger functions on behalf of all Department of County Management divisions and programs. The position prepares detailed financial reports; performs complex data analysis; provides compliance monitoring auditing and reconciliations; prepares expenditure and revenue projections in support of budget development and monitoring; prepares financial reconciliations and analysis related to projects contracts funds and grants; participates in grant application process; monitors and reconciles spending for restricted revenue funds and programs; develops documentation of internal controls; and provides input to development and implementation of policies procedures and workflow and business process analysis.
Responsibilities:
Prepare financial analysis for various programs and projects make recommendations for inclusion in the departmental budget ongoing financial operations and yearend closing processes
In collaboration with Budget Analysts Program Managers and Finance Manager to develop expenditure and revenue projections and models for department budgets
Independently prepare and review complex documentation for intergovernmental revenue agreements; prepare revenue billing models for implementation; prepare tracking reports monitor and audit revenue transactions provide summary analysis and management reports.
Monitor DCM contract commitments and conduct routine spend analysis; prepare summary reports for contracting staff and managers
Process and track financial transactions (business assets accounts receivables and payables; and manual journals) in the County Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System
Assist in developing internal control documents and maintaining systems controls for DCM Business Services
Audit and reconcile fund balances ensure proper beginning working capital is recorded appropriately
Review and interpret rules laws regulation and policies to determine impacts and coordinate changes
Exercise independent judgment and provide recommendations in situations without established procedures
Ideal Attributes:
Ability to critically think and use discretion in all communication and actions
Advanced collaboration skills
Technical resource for other finance staff
Independent work judgement and initiates with a focus on compliance and achieving goals
A flexible and collaborative finance specialist senior who adapts to change understands diverse perspectives and works effectively across teams to achieve shared financial objectives
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Bachelors degree preferably accounting finance or a directly related field. Experience may substitute for a degree
5 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience
Must pass a criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Knowledge of laws and rules governing property tax collection and distribution in Oregon
Knowledge of Workday or other financial enterprise system software
Exercise independent thought and judgement in developing and preparing financial reports using automated systems including enterprise system software and Microsoft excel platform
Experience explaining laws and regulations to internal and external customers
Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Working knowledge of internal control systems
Working knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting as well as related standards and practices
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING and EVALUATION:
The Application Packet: Your completed application must include the following items.
1. A completed online application
2. A resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer location dates of employment your title a brief summary of your responsibilities
3. A Cover Letter that expands on your resume addresses why you are interested in this position and demonstrates how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
Note: The application resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.
Only apply ONCE for this opportunity. Duplicate applications CANNOT be submitted in Workday.
Internal Applicants: Internal applicants must apply in Workday. Internal applicants who apply via the external site will not be considered.
Navigate to your profile in Workday (see: employee launch guide) and to the Career section of your profile.
To complete an application be sure to complete all sections of your career profile: include Job History Education Skills Languages Certifications etc.
Please note that you will only be able to submit one application (duplicate or revised applications will not be accepted).
After you have submitted your application please check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans Preference Questionnaire prior to the application deadline. Your application is not complete until you do this step.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review phone screen and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s) a hiring interview and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
This recruitment may be used to fill future fulltime parttime temporary limited duration and oncall positions.
Type of Position: This is an hourly union represented position that is eligible for overtime pay.
Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package including employerfunded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to fulltime employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on worklife balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.
Equal Pay Law:
Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidates relevant experience education seniority training and/or tenure. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
Routine Telework: This position is eligible for routine telework meaning you will be working remotely (from home). As with all routine telework positions employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is Multnomah Building: 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland OR 97214.
Schedule: Monday Friday; There may be some flexibility with start and end times. May be required to come into the office once a week.
Serving the Public Even During Disasters
Everyday Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather natural disaster or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses while typically there begins with a call for volunteers county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Sita KhalsaEmail:
Phone:
1 (503)Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
6032 Finance Specialist SeniorRequired Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
