Grant Accountant (Accountant 2)

State of Oregon

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is proud to care for Oregon’s extraordinary landscapes and rich cultural history. The department serves its visitors and all Oregonians through its properties and programs, and recognizes that the state’s resilience and beauty are strengthened by its diverse population. Oregon State Parks are public spaces where all are welcome. We value and serve everyone, and we are committed to providing safe and equitable access to state parks and agency programs. The department will not tolerate racism, harassment, discrimination or intimidation in any form. As a Perm full-time Accountant 2, you will ensure grants and funding agreements are evaluated, funded, completed, accounted for, and monitored in an accurate and effective manner, while serving as a consultant to assigned department programs and providing customer service. This includes responsibility for ensuring financial information for department grants is properly recorded in the Statewide Financial Management Application (SFMA) and that grants/projects are reported and billed and overall accounted for in accordance with specific grantor requirements, federal and state laws, rules and regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and other applicable statutes, regulations and policies. For a complete review of the position and responsibilities please click here. This position has the potential for hybrid-remote work; however, travel expenses to Salem for required in-person duties are not reimbursed. What's in it for you: An exciting opportunity to help millions of visitors connect with the top state parks across America; working alongside a dedicated, skilled, and passionate team of professionals. Additional benefits include: Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package. Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Requirements

• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate AND two years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 1 work to include setting-up ledgers, account codes and controls, and modifying accounting systems; OR A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND two years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 1 work to include setting-up ledgers, account codes and controls, and modifying accounting systems; OR 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND four years of related accounting experience to include a) classifying, analyzing, and reconciling financial data and records; b) designing, recommending, and installing modifications of accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records; c) preparing financial statements and reports; d) analyzing and interpreting laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances to ensure the legality of financial transactions; and e) analyzing, interpreting, and making recommendations related to accounting transactions, accounts, and account relationships resulting in accounting entries.
• NOTE: 15 quarter (10 semester) graduate-level accounting credit hours may substitute for one year of accounting experience. Graduate-level courses used to satisfy the educational requirement may not be used to satisfy the experience requirement.
• To be hired, a criminal record and driving record check must be completed that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment while also maintaining a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to research, analyze, and reconcile complex data sets using digital tools (e.g., MS Excel and Power Query).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including professional grammar and spelling, and the ability to present to large, diverse audiences.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience as Grant Accountant or Analyst for a large-scale entity working with grant accounting and compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and Power Query.

Responsibilities

• Ensure grants and funding agreements are evaluated, funded, completed, accounted for, and monitored in an accurate and effective manner
• Serve as a consultant to assigned department programs and providing customer service
• Ensure financial information for department grants is properly recorded in the Statewide Financial Management Application (SFMA)
• Ensure grants/projects are reported and billed and overall accounted for in accordance with specific grantor requirements, federal and state laws, rules and regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and other applicable statutes, regulations and policies

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees