Senior Financial Accountant

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Maintain accounting controls and accurate, timely financial reports .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesSenior💰 $6,834 - $10,076 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical accounting expertise, advanced knowledge of accounting standards, and the ability to design and modify complex accounting systems. Capable of effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

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Certified Public AccountantAdvanced Accounting Standards KnowledgeComplex Accounting Issue ResolutionFinancial ReportingData Query Tools

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Hard Skills

Accounting ControlsFinancial ReportingSystem CorrectionsAccounting Systems DesignFiscal InterpretationAudit ResponsePayroll Tax PreparationFinancial Data AnalysisFinancial Statement PreparationRisk Evaluation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationTraining and Direction

Tools & Technologies

Financial Management SystemsData Query Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public AccountantCertified Government Financial Manager

Industry Keywords

Accounting StandardsFinancial Laws and RegulationsFiscal OperationsComplex Financial DataProcess Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain accounting controls and accurate, timely financial reports
Resolve complex and unusual accounting issues, including system corrections and adaptations
Update financial management systems for specialized agency needs and accounting standards
Manage projects to design, develop, and improve complex accounting systems interacting with statewide systems
Guide accounting staff on complex assignments, review work, and provide direction and training
Ensure complete and accurate annual financial reporting, including statements, disclosures, and narrative documentation
Interpret and present financial information to internal and external audiences
Design and analyze specialized financial reports and provide fiscal interpretations
Partner with accounting and program leaders on decision-making and policy development
Evaluate risks, benefits, and costs of proposals and recommend actions
Provide training on advanced accounting and reporting requirements
Respond to audit inquiries and explain policies, procedures, and systems to auditors
Lead projects improving system efficiency and internal processes
Develop alternatives, action plans, final reports, and presentations
Support special projects and represent the unit in meetings and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate and three years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work; OR
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another discipline supplemented by 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in Accounting and three years of related accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work; OR
32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in Accounting and five years of related accounting experience
Required accounting experience includes designing and modifying accounting systems, consulting with program managers or external organizations, and ensuring proper fiscal operations; or classifying, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial data; modifying accounting methods and procedures; preparing audited financial statements; interpreting financial laws and regulations; and analyzing complex accounts
15 quarter (10 semester) graduate-level accounting credit hours may substitute for one year of accounting experience
Strong technical accounting expertise and advanced accounting standards knowledge
Payroll tax preparation and interpretation of tax-related financial data
Data query tools for analysis, reporting, and visualization
Complex accounting and system issue resolution
Effective communication and collaboration across programs
Required cover letter addressing all essential attributes and minimum qualifications
Must pass criminal history and background checks
No visa sponsorship; must be authorized to work in the United States and complete Form I-9

Benefits

Comp & perks

Cost of Living Adjustments
Annual salary increases until reaching the top of the listed salary range
Amazing benefits package
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning
Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference
Hybrid/remote work arrangement