Accountant III

Clatsop County Oregon•Astoria, OR

12h•$6,002 - $7,295

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Budget & Finance Director, the Accountant III provides professional-level accounting and financial support within Clatsop County’s countywide Budget & Finance department. The position ensures accurate cost allocation, financial reporting, budget control, and effective management of financial information systems. It also provides limited support to divisional accountants as needed to maintain consistency and alignment with countywide financial objectives.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, and three years of experience in a professional environment performing similar duties; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam and pre-employment drug screen.
Must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in local government accounting, including applying Oregon budget laws in a professional setting.
Experience performing financial audits and reconciliations, analyzing financial data, and preparing financial reports, statements, and fiscal projections.
Experience developing, monitoring, reconciling, and analyzing budgets, including reconciling budget-to-actual expenditures or revenues.
Demonstrated experience preparing written financial information and communicating financial information effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel and/or similar software applications for reporting, analysis, and record keeping, as indicated by previous job responsibilities or certifications.

Responsibilities

Provide professional-level accounting and financial support within the countywide Budget & Finance department.
Ensure accurate cost allocation and financial reporting.
Support budget control and effective management of financial information systems.
Provide limited support to divisional accountants as needed to maintain consistency and alignment with countywide financial objectives.