Accountant I and Accountant II

CIS Trust•Or 97070, OR

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

CIS is recruiting for two accounting positions within the Finance Department: One Accountant I, $70,561 - $82,805 annually and One Accountant II, $79,282 - $93,040 annually. These positions play a key role in supporting CIS' financial operations and contribute to the organization's commitment to exceptional service, stewardship, integrity, innovation, collaboration, and equity. At CIS, our work matters. We provide essential risk management, insurance, and related services to public entities throughout Oregon. Our team is committed to helping members navigate evolving risks while delivering outstanding service. When you join CIS, you'll enjoy: Meaningful work that supports local governments and public services. A collaborative and mission-driven culture. Opportunities to influence underwriting strategy and decision-making. Exposure to complex and unique public entity risks. Professional development and industry networking opportunities. Cross-functional collaboration with risk management, claims, actuarial, finance, and member service professionals. A healthy work-life balance, including a 37.5-hour workweek. During training, you may be required to work up to five (5) days per week in our Wilsonville Office. After the training period, the number of days required in the office may be reduced. Work from home days may be worked remotely from your Oregon residence.

Requirements

Accountant I: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Accountant I: One (1) to three (3) years of accounting experience.
Accountant I: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), spreadsheet applications, and accounting systems.
Accountant II: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
Accountant II: Three (3) or more years of accounting experience.
Accountant II: Strong analytical, reconciliation, and customer service skills.
Accountant II: Advanced proficiency with Excel and accounting systems.
Foundational accounting knowledge and experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, or general ledger activities.
Proficient in Excel and comfortable learning new financial systems.
Demonstrate strong customer service skills and professionalism when interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Take initiative, ask questions, and actively seek opportunities to improve processes.
Value teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning.
Experience managing accounts receivable, reconciliations, invoicing, collections, financial reporting, and month-end accounting processes.
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and implement solutions.
Highly proficient in Excel and experienced with integrated accounting systems.
Communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to various audiences.
Show a commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous process improvement.
Thrive in a customer-focused environment and build positive working relationships across departments.
Bring a proactive approach to identifying efficiencies and strengthening internal controls.

Nice To Haves

The ideal Accountant I candidate is an early-career accounting professional who is eager to learn and grow within a collaborative finance team.
The ideal Accountant II candidate is a seasoned accounting professional who can work independently, manage complex accounting activities, and serve as a trusted resource to both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

Accountant I: Responsible for detailed accounting work, financial recordkeeping, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable activities, payroll support, audit preparation, and general ledger maintenance.
Accountant II: Manages accounts receivable functions, invoicing, collections, reconciliations, reporting, customer service, and financial analysis.