Finance Specialist Senior

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an internal opportunity that is open to all current regular, probationary/trial service and limited duration employees, or those in a paid or unpaid internship program at the time of recruitment, who are in paid status, on approved leave, or on an active recall list. Additionally, current temporary and on-call employees may apply for an internal recruitment provided that they were currently or previously hired through a civil service process.

No One Should be Homeless - Everyone Needs a Safe, Stable Place to Call Home! Multnomah County’s Homeless Services Department was established in 2016. Our department works with community-based organizations and local governments partners to provide participant-driven, coordinated and equity-based services focused on people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The Homeless Services Department is looking for a detail-oriented Finance Specialist Senior to oversee complex fiscal management tasks and support our vital network of contracted service providers. The Finance Specialist Senior serves as the primary bridge between our department's financial goals and our service providers' daily operations. You will lead the accounts payable lifecycle, provide high-level technical assistance to community partners, and ensure rigorous compliance with grant restrictions and federal standards. If you are a financial compliance expert, an exceptional communicator, and truly enjoying diving deep to problem solve we invite you to apply today!

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field; AND Three (3) to six (6) years of professional experience in fiscal management, accounting, or financial analysis.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience 7 years that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of an advanced-level professional fiscal position in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex AP processes, from contract initiation and budget review to audit-ready invoice processing.
• Demonstrated experience applying an equity lens to fiscal management
• Ability to work independently to achieve goals and collaboratively when needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency in financial trend analysis, reconciling accounts, and preparing ad hoc reports.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Excel.
• Experience in government accounting or non-profit fiscal management.
• Familiarity with grant-funded environments and Homeless Services programming.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical expert for provider budget preparation and invoicing.
• Lead fiscal and program staff through the full AP lifecycle.
• Audit provider invoices against County policies, Uniform Administrative Guidance, and grant restrictions.
• Identify spending trends and recurring issues, providing recommendations to Program Managers to improve financial solvency and integrity.
• Serve as the go-to resource for contracted providers regarding budgeting, grant restrictions, and indirect rates.
• Interpret complex laws and regulations to determine their impact on department funding.
• Provide oversight and training to department staff on fiscal best practices and compliance.
• Prepare accounting entries and complex financial reports.
• Conduct in-depth financial examinations and trend analysis.
• Manage audit samples and serve as a lead point of contact during formal fiscal reviews.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and enforce internal controls and departmental policies.
• Manage the high-pressure year-end closing process, including account reconciliations and balancing funds within strict budgetary constraints.

Benefits

• Routine Telework: This position is designated as “routine telework,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home); a hybrid schedule also is available.
• Employees may be required to come into the office on occasion.
• All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior