Senior Accounting Assistant

About The Opportunity

The Department of Community Corrections is currently searching for a Senior Accounting Assistant. The Senior Accounting Assistant serves as a key member of the Administrative Division. This position supports the financial backbone of the division by managing detailed accounting tasks, payroll, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the smooth flow of fiscal operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed financial records, ledgers, and accounts with a high level of accuracy.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile journal entries.
• Interpret and apply accounting procedures, regulations, and internal controls.
• Organize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with staff, partner agencies, and vendors.
• Provide responsive and helpful customer service.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and provide guidance.

Requirements

• Possession of an Associate Degree in accounting, business, or related field AND two (2) or more years of work experience related to accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal management;
• Accounting Certificate (12 months) AND three (3) or more years of work experience related to accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal management;
• Five (5) or more years of work experience related to accounting, bookkeeping, or fiscal management.

Qualifications

• Must pass a criminal background check post-offer.

Skills

• Experience maintaining detailed financial records, ledgers, and accounts with a high level of accuracy.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and reconciling journal entries.
• Ability to interpret and apply accounting procedures, regulations, and internal controls.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, especially in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Clear, professional communication skills for interacting with staff, partner agencies, and vendors.
• Commitment to providing responsive, helpful customer service.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cohesive, supportive team.
• Willingness to share knowledge and provide guidance to other staff when needed.

About The Department/Division

The Administrative Division of the Washington County Community Corrections provides essential operational support that enables our programs to function effectively and efficiently. Our division works behind the scenes to ensure that financial, administrative, and operational procedures run smoothly-ultimately supporting our department's mission to promote accountability, support rehabilitation, and strengthen public safety. We value teamwork, professionalism, inclusiveness, and a strong commitment to serving our community. Joining our Administrative Division means becoming part of a supportive environment where your contributions directly enhance the work of our officers, programs, and the individuals we serve.

Selection Process

You can review our standard selection process here.

Our Commitment To You

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.