Controller (Accountant 3)

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The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is excited to announce a new opportunity for a Controller (Accountant 3) to join our team! We welcome you to join us today!

General duties:

• Provide accounting senior level expertise and assure the accounting structures, internal controls, data integrity and financial reporting meet the needs of OEM, its programs, customers, vendors and partners.
• Assist in conducting technical fiscal functions involving grant accounting and auditing to assure that all financial transactions and reporting comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Resolve difficult and unusual accounting problems and ensure system adaptations and corrections as necessary.
• Coordinate and monitor agency Account Payable (AP) process.
• Collaborate with accounting and program management in decision and policy making sessions.
• Coordinate agency fiscal year-end processes and reporting.
• Assist in developing and implementing internal accounting controls, account structure, and business procedures to ensure accurate accounting for all funding sources and compliance with state and federal fiscal requirements.
• Provide consultation with accounting and program staff to ensure appropriate application of processes and procedures and use of systems available to pay, bill and collect money owed to the agency and money paid by outside organizations.
• Other Duties, as assigned by the Finance Accounting Manager.

The Benefits of joining Our Team

It is the mission of Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) to lead collaborative state-wide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities we serve, to ensure capability to get help in an emergency and to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters regardless of cause. To learn more about our team and the work we do, please visit Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) website.

We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking.

Employee benefits include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 8 hours of vacation leave earned per month.
• 8 hours of sick leave earned per month.
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.

What do you need to qualify? Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate AND three years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work to include designing and modifying accounting systems that require frequent changes in requirements to meet specific business objectives, consulting with program managers or external organizations, and assuring the proper functioning and accountability of fiscal operations; OR

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND three years of related accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work to include designing and modifying accounting systems that require frequent changes in requirements to meet specific business objectives, consulting with program managers or external organizations, and ensuring the proper functioning and accountability of fiscal operations; OR

32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND five years of related accounting experience to include a) classifying, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial data and records; b) designing, recommending, and installing modifications of accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records; c) preparing audited financial statements and reports; d) analyzing and interpreting laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances to ensure the legality of financial transactions; and e) analyzing and interpreting complex accounts and account relationships resulting in accounting entries.

15 quarter (10 semester) graduate-level accounting credit hours may substitute for one year of the accounting experience. Graduate-level courses used to satisfy the educational requirement may not be used to satisfy the experience requirement.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):

• Skill reviewing accounting transactions to ensure conformance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Skill applying audit standards to set up, monitor, and modify internal procedures.
• Experience developing financial queries with business intelligence applications; preference may be given to applicants experienced with Oracle Business Enterprise Edition (OBIEE).
• Experience with, or knowledge of, State of Oregon software or other financial management software systems, such as Relational Statewide Accounting and/or Reporting System (R*Stars).
• Skill preparing and interpreting financial statements and other financial reports.
• Skill analyzing accounting information and systems to prevent, detect, and correct errors.
• Preference will be given for achievement of State of Oregon Gold Star Award.

Note: You must clearly describe your experience in each area listed. Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration.

Additional information:

• The salary listed is the non- Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) qualifying salary. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary will reflect the 6.95% increase.
• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. OEM does not offer visa sponsorship.
• 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.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union (AFSCME).
• Employees of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management are subject to recall at any time. During an emergency this position may be required to work long hours without normal days off within the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC), Recovery Coordination Center (RCC) or in the field supporting emergency response activities. To support development and enhancements of State ECC/RCC capabilities and responsibilities all staff may be re-directed from day-to-day duties to support planning, training, and exercise activities as needed.

How to Apply:

• Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application for the position. Please ensure the work history and education section is complete. If you are a current state of Oregon employees, you must apply through your employee Workday account.
• Attach a cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications and attributes for the position.
• If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact the recruiter, Carol Mueller, at carol.j.mueller@oem.oregon.gov.

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Veteran's Preference:

The OEM provides veterans' preference points to all eligible veterans. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans' preference documents when initially applying. You will be sent a Workday 'œTask' to complete once you have submitted your application. The 'œTask' will prompt you to provide the appropriate documentation for your Veterans' Preference point selection. For more information, please go here: https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx.

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