Project Accountant Senior

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THIS WORK MATTERS!

Join us at Multnomah County Health Department where we are seeking individuals who embody leadership achievement and action in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment. Our mission is at the heart of everything we do: to collaborate with communities advance health equity safeguard the most vulnerable and foster health and wellness for all. Guided by our core values of Compassion and Care Empowerment Racial Equity Creativity and Integrity we strive to create a workplace culture characterized by respect trust and understanding for the incredibly diverse populations we serve in our communities.

The Project Accountant Senior supports the Health Departments mission by delivering complex professional accounting budgeting auditing and grants management functions. This position is central to ensuring program financial solvency and compliance by preparing detailed reports and performing What if analyses to adapt to community needs. Operating under general direction the specialist collects analyzes and reports on complex financial data from all partners ensuring strict adherence to County State and Federal regulations while also providing technical assistance across various finance functions. Crucially the individual in this role is expected to uphold the divisions commitment to racial equity reduce health disparities and actively foster a work culture characterized by safety trust and belonging.

As a Project Accountant Senior responsibilities include:

Accounting Services and Financial Technical Assistance

• Performs complex professional accounting budgeting auditing financial analysis contracts and grants management for both internal departments and external partners.

• Prepares extensive reports and exhibits detailing a programs financial soundness and compliance with relevant laws grant/funding requirements and regulations.

• Reviews and interprets current new or revised laws regulations and policies to determine their financial impact on assigned operating areas work functions programs and grants.

• Exercises professional judgment to execute financial and accounting functions not explicitly covered by written procedures and standards and recommends solutions to senior managers and external organizations regarding unusual or questionable financial accounting and reporting.

Special Projects

• Independently evaluate current work processes across Finance and Business Management units identify existing problems and lead the implementation of changes to improve overall efficiency and compliance with policies and regulations.

• Develop and present comprehensive reports incorporating analysis of financial commitments and obligations detailed budget-to-actual reporting and trend analysis to accurately project future revenues and expenses.

• Ensure all process improvements maintain strict compliance with County Department and external policies and regulations.

• Develop and implement a new comprehensive training manual and processes specifically for Finance and Business Management staff.

Internal Controls and Risk Management

• Examine the adequacy of internal routines and controls for programs and contractors and review the scope and effectiveness of internal and external audits.

• Collect and analyze data to proactively detect deficient controls waste fraud and non-compliance with laws and regulations.

• Determine and recommend necessary corrective actions to management to mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.

Salary/Pay: 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 and education. 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: At this time this position is designated to routine telework meaning you will be working remotely (from home). As with all 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. Currently 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 Gladys McCoy Building 619 NW 6th Avenue Portland OR 97209.

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. For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*:

• Education/training equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting finance or a related field.

• Three (3) to six (6) years of relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experiences 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.

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.

• Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

• Skill to apply and adapt established accounting principles and procedures to a variety of County fiscal applications.

• Skill to independently recognize problems and assist in developing solutions.

• Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain accurate reports and records.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible financial analysis advanced level professional accounting or fiscal/grants management experience preferred.

• Promote a culture of respect inclusiveness and appreciation of diverse perspectives backgrounds and values.

• Maintain a safe and healthful workplace.

SCREENING & EVALUATION:

REQUIRED: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Submit an online application

2. Attach a resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

3. Attach a cover letter addressing how you meet the qualifications for this position and why you are interested in the position.

Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting for additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

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 application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.

• Phone screen

• Supplemental Questionnaire

• Oral exam

• Consideration of top candidates

• Background reference and education checks

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This represented position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-exempt

Note: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular full or part time temporary and limited duration assignments for other available Finance Specialist Senior positions.

Our Commitment to Safety Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees

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.

In accordance with Oregon Law Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume cover letter and other application materials.

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.

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