Accounting Technician

Oregon State Treasury is recruiting for the position of Accounting Technician.  This position is focused on general revenue and expenditure accounting and uses bookkeeping skills to record, review, and reconcile financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance. 

Job Duties Summary  

• ​Resolve discrepancies in Online Electronic Deposit (OED) and online deposit portals.   

• ​Reconciliation of the 13 Screen in the statewide accounting system, SFMA. Ensure proper backup for all transactions.   

• ​Maintain customer profiles in the statewide accounting system, SFMA.   

• ​Track receipts for Treasury funds as assigned.  

• ​Enter agency accounts receivable invoices in the statewide accounting system for Oregon State Treasury and Oregon Facilities Authority.  

• ​Follow up on past due invoices as needed.  

• ​Communicate with program staff regarding any past due invoices or payment related questions.  

• ​Use internal systems to identify reimbursements to be invoiced.  

• ​Processing invoices with appropriate coding to ensure timely payment.  

• ​Resolving discrepancies and edits transactions to ensure completeness, appropriateness and accuracy.  

• ​Responding to vendors and customers by phone or in writing to resolve payment issues.  

• ​Collecting Requests for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification (IRS Form W-9) when required.  

• Complete year-end close transactions as assigned. 

Work Schedule 

This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid (remote and in-office) work location schedule; in-office work will be predominately from Treasury’s ​Salem office​.  

The schedule will be ​approximately 90+% time spent remote with a minimum of eight times per year in-office presence, spread over each quarter of the year​. Additional days in the office may be needed.  

Salary Range 

$48,276-$66,900 annually.  

Job Classification 

This position is classified as an Accounting Technician. This position is ​a SEIU represented position​. 

Required Minimum Qualifications  

Two years of experience calculating, recording, and maintaining accounting information that must include coding transactions and checking them for propriety, balancing, and resolving discrepancies in computer edits; OR 

One year of experience calculating, recording, and maintaining accounting information that must include coding transactions and checking them for propriety, balancing, and resolving discrepancies in computer edits AND at least 43 quarter (29 semester) credit hours from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 9 quarter (6 semester) credit hours in accounting. Credit hours must include introductory level accounting courses 1 and 2; OR 

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

At least 94 quarter (62 semester) credit hours or an associate degree from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 12 quarter (8 semester) credit hours in accounting. Credit hours must include introductory level accounting courses 1 and 2 and may include any additional accounting courses with “accounting” in the title. 

Desired Attributes 

Job Specific Attributes  

• State of Oregon Government Accounting Experience.  

• Experience in processing accounts receivable invoices  

• Experience in processing accounts payable invoices.  

• Experience in reconciling deposits.  

• Microsoft Excel skills.  

Core Attributes  

• Respect – Treats all individuals fairly and respectfully; works effectively with others; fosters an environment where opportunities to thrive are available to all; respects different values and viewpoints. 

• Teamwork – Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner, recognizes the worth of others, and places the good of the team ahead of personal objectives. 

• Flexibility – Demonstrates willingness to change to meet organizational needs, professionally handles discomfort with a changing work environment, and remains calm in stressful situations. 

• Communication – Effectively articulates and exchanges information with internal and external stakeholders. Is prompt in responding to questions and inquiries. 

• Initiative – Takes appropriate action without waiting for explicit instructions, generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities. 

• Critical Thinking – Identifies and weighs options, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, plans for potential problems, takes calculated risks, and recognizes impact of solutions. 

• Time Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively across various competing tasks, demonstrating focus and adaptability, arriving on time for meetings, and meeting deadlines. 

• Attention to Detail – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing tasks. 

How to Apply 

You are required to upload your resume, cover letter describing how you meet the desired attributes listed above, and a transcript of accounting courses you have taken (if you have taken courses).  

Please make sure the attributes and qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Following these instructions and providing this information will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process. 

We will accept applications through the job announcement closing date, however, we may close this recruitment early, if we receive a well-qualified applicant pool.  If interested, please apply early. 

Benefits of Joining Our Team 

• Low employee premium share for medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life (1% or 5% employee share); 

• Robust paid leave package, such as vacation, personal business, holidays, sick leave, and floating day of leave; 

• PERS retirement benefits; 

• Support with training and development; 

• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF); 

• Optional benefits include optional life, short & long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, Oregon Savings Growth Plan (deferred compensation plan), flexible spending accounts, long term care insurance, employee assistance program, and more! 

About Oregon State Treasury 

Oregon State Treasury is focused on improving the financial well-being of all Oregonians. We provide low-cost programs for governments, and empower Oregonians to invest in themselves and their loved ones for a more secure future.  

We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We value and support the collective differences in who we are and celebrate the fact that everyone comes to the table as their own unique individual. We believe this commitment empowers our success and makes Oregon State Treasury an excellent place to work. As Treasury employees, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes this a safe environment for us to ask questions, learn, and grow, and helps us to better serve Oregonians. 

Our Values and Principles 

INTEGRITY---INNOVATION---DIVERSITY---TRUST---PROFESSIONALISM---ACCESSIBILITY  

Please visit the following webpage to learn more about Oregon State Treasury: https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Pages/index.aspx 

Special Information  

• Prospective employees are subject to an extensive background check that may include, but not be limited to, validation of all application materials, prior employment, and professional references, driving records and fingerprint-based state and federal criminal and civil records.  Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. 

• OST does not offer visa sponsorships, and within three days of hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. 

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. To receive preference you MUST attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources.  You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. 

• OST is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.  

• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Oregon State Treasury will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call Oregon State Treasury at 503-378-4000 and request to be connected to Human Resources.