Controller

Multnomah County | Portland, OR

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Posted Date 3/28/2025
Description

Closes on: April 13th, 2025 at 11:59 pm

About the Controller Position

Are you an experienced Controller or Finance Manager of accounting with experience in internal financial oversight and financial reporting? This may be the job for you! As a Controller you will manage the General Ledger work unit, coordinate and manage the external financial audit, including the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), monitor internal controls, and implement new accounting standards and requirements. The Controller also provides fiscal support and financial guidance to County Departments. This position is within the Finance and Risk Management Division of the Department of County Management (DCM), which is responsible for proper, accurate, and timely reporting of fiscal information.

 

As part of County leadership, you take pride and align with the County Culture of dignity and respect and support and environment of safety, trust and belonging for our employees. At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Experience may substitute for a degree.
  • Three (3) years of experience in finance and/or accounting in government or public sector
  • Two (2) years of management experience providing supervision and mentorship to staff

 

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.

 

Salary103,572.00 - 155,358.00 Annual
Location
Hybrid
Position Type
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Job Category
Finance | Government & Public Administration

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