Initial Posting Date:

02/18/2025

Application Deadline:

02/26/2025

Agency:

Department of Veterans Affairs

Salary Range:

$4,409 - $6,736

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Accountant 1 - Accountant

Job Description:

Accountant 1 - Accountant
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs (ODVA) is a State of Oregon agency with a mission to serve and honor veterans through leadership, advocacy and strong partnerships. The Department is entrusted to assist veterans, their dependents, and surviving family members in obtaining their earned Federal, State, and local benefits.

At the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs, we value a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We stand by our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization, and recognize and celebrate our unique backgrounds and diverse experiences. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ community members. The strength of our agency lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at ODVA.

The Department currently has an opening for one full-time Accountant 1 within the Finance and Accounting Division of ODVA in Salem, Oregon. This is a full-time, permanent position that is represented by a union.

This position has the opportunity to work remotely and supports a hybrid (work from home/in office) work schedule. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state’s Work Reimagined website for more information.

As our Accountant 1:
The purpose of this job is to analyze accounting transactions and record them accurately. There are various types of transactions to be processed daily while adhering to deadlines. Special projects that involve research of various accounting records and preparation of reports for management use are assigned to this position. This position is also responsible for State-Owned Property accounting, records maintenance, and for the review of various Home Loan system reports for accuracy. Additional duties include those with daily deadlines, preparation for and attendance at meetings, and resolving problems as they arise.

This position creates and fosters an environment where everyone has access and opportunity to thrive.

This position will promote a positive and equitable work environment that enables all employees to contribute to their fullest potential free from intimidation, harassment and/or discrimination and are treated with dignity and respect. Create a culture where people from all backgrounds feel encouraged to express their ideas and perspectives.

This position recognizes and promotes the value of individual and cultural differences–embracing each other’s intrinsic value and uniqueness including race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, physical ability, veteran status, and/or other aspects of social identity.

This position promotes and supports the value the agency places on EEO, AA, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, (DEI_A) and Cultural Competency principles through individual actions, integration in work processes, and interactions with employees, job applicants, partners, and veterans.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities for this position, please review the position description by clicking here.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting;
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in accounting from an accredited institution;
OR
32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours in Accounting from an accredited institution AND two years of technical, para- professional 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.

REQUESTED SKILLS:
In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the requested skills below to determine whom to interview.

1. General Accounting Knowledge and Skills: General Accounting knowledge and experience. Governmental accounting experience is preferred.
2. Analytical and Critical Thinking: Ability to resolve issues independently and collaboratively, anticipating potential challenges, and proactively finding solutions before they escalate on behalf of the Director’s Office. This position requires a high level of attention to detail.
3. Technological Proficiency: Expertise in office software (Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Other communication platforms such as SFMA, OBIEE, etc are preferred.
4. Organizational and Time Management Skills: Manage complex schedules, prioritize tasks, and ensure that the deputy director and chief operations officer’s time is optimized for productivity. This work includes handling multiple projects, coordinating meetings, and balancing competing demands efficiently.
5. Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, acting as a liaison between the executives and internal/external stakeholders. Ability to manage executive level correspondence, prepare reports, and present information clearly and professionally.
6. Resume/Cover Letter

HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, please follow the “Apply” link above and complete the online application. In addition, please provide a resume and cover letter demonstrating the above minimum qualifications, requested skills, and experience that represents your suitability for the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of a finger-print based criminal history background check through the Oregon (LEDS) and National (NCIC) law enforcement data systems.

MORE DETAILS:

What’s in it for you?
The opportunity to work with and learn from a great team that has a passion for serving veterans. We offer medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and eleven paid holidays per year.

Veterans Preference:
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides veterans’ preference in employment to all eligible veterans. For more information, please go to the State website: https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx
Questions?
• For questions about this recruitment contact Samantha Hoyle at Samantha.hoyle@odva.oregon.gov or 503-510-3733.
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce. Assistance will be provided in the recruitment, application and selection process to applicants with disabilities who request such assistance. Please call (503) 510-3733 as early as possible regarding any assistance you may require.

Additional Information:

HELPFUL LINKS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Learn more about ODVA
Understanding the State Application Process
Online Employment Application Guide (Download PDF reader)
Help & Support webpage
Learn more about Oregon