Accounting Technician

. Perform accounting and reconciling functions for the Oregon Child Support Program .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $4,124 - $5,714 per monthWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform accounting and reconciling functions for the Oregon Child Support Program
Review Oregon State Treasury reports to identify and process direct deposit returns and reversals
Create, log, and distribute direct deposit reversal requests after verifying approvals
Process and maintain direct deposit applications, including reviewing authorization forms, confirming activation, and updating account information
Examine returned item reports, initiate redeposit processes, and resolve dishonored recovery and receivable account issues
Maintain logs, ledgers, and tracking documentation according to data classification and security guidelines
Provide customer service related to direct deposit and child support payments
Respond to inquiries and route case-specific questions to appropriate staff
Perform data entry, create electronic files, and maintain team filing systems using Microsoft Office tools
Support Financial Services operations through cross-training tasks including payment adjustments, UDC balancing, treasury processes, Positive Pay, EFT updates, and BI-based fund validation

What you’ll need

Two years of experience calculating, recording, and maintaining accounting information, including coding transactions, checking them for propriety, balancing, and resolving discrepancies in computer edits; OR
One year of qualifying accounting experience AND at least 43 quarter (29 semester) credit hours from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school, including 9 quarter (6 semester) credit hours in accounting
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, including 12 quarter (8 semester) credit hours in accounting
Credit hours must include introductory level accounting courses 1 and 2 where specified
Training or experience must include using a computer to enter, update, or retrieve information
Strong communication skills when working with customers and peers
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and manage high-volume workloads under strict deadlines
Ability to interpret and apply rules, policies, and procedures
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within diverse teams
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Resume and cover letter required

Comp & perks

Permanent, full-time employment
Vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and special days off
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits and insurance
Pension and retirement programs
Endless peer and management support, and representation by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Opportunity to expand your professional skills
Exposure to a variety of operational areas within the Division of Child Support (for those interested in future advancement opportunity)
Hybrid remote work after training has been completed based upon the business need of the section