Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst

This position is open from Monday, October 27 until filled. Applications must be received by 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 9, 2025, to be considered for the first review. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

As a Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst, you will assume a highly autonomous role critical to the District's financial operations. You will be the primary driver behind monthly performance analysis, in-depth budget variance evaluation, and developing recommendations for streamlining operational programs and processes.

Your expertise in statistical and cost analysis will be crucial for identifying key trends, managing service costs, and generating accurate budget forecasts. You will lead cost-benefit studies for new strategic projects, oversee asset tracking initiatives, and collaborate extensively with program staff to model fiscal and organizational impacts of proposed changes. This role is essential for supporting the Finance Manager with complex special projects and maintaining the long-term financial health of the District.

Join us to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative environment! 
  
Position Summary: The Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst is a key financial role, responsible for performing complex accounting, analysis, and budgeting functions for the District under the supervision of the Finance Manager. This highly autonomous position requires independent decision-making within established guidelines and includes providing lead direction and oversight on various strategic District project teams and initiatives.

This role is an individual contributor and does not supervise other staff.

The Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst will take ownership of tasks across three main areas:

Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Analysis

• Maintain and analyze detailed monthly performance reporting.
• Conduct and present budget variance analysis to managers.
• Analyze statistical information to identify trends, costs of service, and inform budget forecasting.
• Develop and maintain long-term financial planning models in collaboration with the Finance Manager.

Strategic Evaluation & Program Improvement

• Evaluate operational programs and processes for effectiveness.
• Prepare written recommendations for process improvement, including the design of new systems, procedures, forms, and work measurements.
• Prepare cost-benefit analysis and other studies on proposed and/or new projects and services.
• Collaborate with program staff to conduct surveys, studies, and investigations, preparing recommendations on proposed changes and their estimated fiscal and organizational impacts.

Financial Systems, Controls & Projects

• Perform core accounting activities associated with the maintenance of the General Ledger and financial reports, including: journal entries, fixed asset management, preparation and analysis of financial statements, budget analysis support, and coordination of the annual audit.
• Design and develop financial reporting and tracking tools to improve operational effectiveness for other staff.
• Design controls and reporting systems for use in unit measurement and performance evaluation.
• Perform periodic audits of asset inventories for accuracy and assist departments with the continued development of asset tracking.
• Serve on or provide project management support to a variety of internal committees, task forces, or groups as necessary.

Duties and Requirements Applying to All Employees

It is the duty of all employees to:

• Perform other duties as assigned. 
• Strive to achieve the Mission, Vision, and Values of the organization. 
• Perform the duties assigned during an emergency.
• Complete required Incident Command System training
• Ensure department coverage to provide 10-hour response time during flood season when the Columbia River elevation at the Vancouver Gage is at 17.2’ or above. 
• Adhere to workplace safety rules and regulations 
• Occasional weekend and evening shifts may be required. 
• Some travel may be required to attend conferences and events.
• Create a culture that promotes respect, inclusion, and equity for the diversity of people in our workforce and community 

Knowledge of:

• Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for governments.
• Expertise in public sector accounting rules, administrative organization, and regulations affecting financial operations.
• Advanced understanding of principles, practices, and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
• Thorough knowledge of public sector budgeting principles and Oregon minimum standards.
• Advanced understanding of internal controls and auditing procedures.
• Proficiency in financial information systems, spreadsheet software, and software for accounting systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis and financial modeling.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, Adobe, and Word).

Ability to:

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders, including staff, public officials, and the general public.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data and draw logical conclusions.
• Manage multiple projects and program areas simultaneously, using independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Have an exceptional attention to detail and time management.
• Research and interpret laws, rules, and regulations and apply legal concepts to accounting and financial functions.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information and data

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent experience
• More than 5 years of directly related professional experience

Working Environment: This position requires sitting at a computer, occasional lifting of boxes of documents. This position is not considered safety sensitive. This position is expected to work 5 days a week, full-time and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule if authorized under district policies and procedures. Hours may vary but should generally fall between 7:30am and 5:30pm. Some travel may be required to attend conferences and events. Occasional weekend and evening shifts may be required.

This position may have business-related driving to various locations in support of departmental operations and assignments.

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities. Please contact Tracy Olmedo at (503) 281-5675 or tolmedo@urbanfloodsafetyor.gov for any questions on accessibility or accommodation during the hiring process

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans’ Preference when applying for UFSWQD positions. If you are a veteran and would like to request Veterans’ Preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents (Copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD Form 214 or 215; Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran’s Disability Preference Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs) with your application submittal. Documentation must be received by the closing date and time of this recruitment for the applicant to receive Veterans’ Preference. 

Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.  

This position is not represented.