Accountant, Senior

Washington County, Oregon; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County in Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking an experienced accounting professional to provide advanced-level accounting and finance support, including financial reporting, year-end closing, audit coordination, accounting compliance, and technical guidance. This role partners with departments to develop accounting procedures and strengthen internal controls.

The advanced journey-level position serves as a subject matter expert in assigned areas, guiding teams and ensuring accurate financial

Qualifications

• CPA or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration or related field.
• Bachelor’s + 2 years accounting/financial experience or equivalent.
• Associate’s + 4 years accounting/financial experience or equivalent.
• HS diploma + 7 years accounting experience; equivalent experience considered.
• Must pass criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Annual Comprehensive Financial Statements with year-end closing and footnotes.
• Lead external audit process, including reports to the audit committee.
• Collaborate with departments to maintain account classifications and procedures.
• Provide guidance on expenditure controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Reconcile General Ledger and budget accounts; prepare adjustments.
• Evaluate internal controls and implement GASB pronouncements.
• Prepare and monitor Debt Service Funds and ensure covenant compliance.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and review investments per policy.
• Maintain Chart of Accounts and conduct specialized analyses.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive finance team; supervise staff as needed.

Skills

GAAP

GASB

Public sector accounting

Internal controls

Financial statements

Policy interpretation

Communication

Stakeholder relations

Education

CPA or Master’s in Finance/Accounting/Public Admin/Business

Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting/Public Admin/Business + 2 yrs exp

Associate’s in Finance/Accounting/Public Admin/Business + 4 yrs exp

HS diploma + 7 yrs accounting exp

Tools

Accounting software systems

GASB reporting tools

Job description

Note : This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Type

Regular

Pay Range

$100,054.20 - $121,565.16 Salary

Department

Finance

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to provide advanced-level accounting and finance support, including the preparation and oversight of financial reporting, year-end closing activities, audit coordination, accounting compliance, and technical financial guidance. This role partners with departments across the organization to develop accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and ensure accurate financial operations.

This is the advanced journey-level position within the Accounting series and is distinguished by the complexity of assignments and level of responsibility. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in assigned areas of responsibility.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Statements, including financial data compilation, year-end closing entries, financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules.
• Lead and coordinate the annual external audit process, including audit committee support, variance analysis, policy interpretation, and preparation of required reports and schedules.
• Collaborate with departments to evaluate accounting needs, maintain account classifications, and develop consistent accounting procedures.
• Provide guidance on expenditure controls, fiscal regulations, accounting policies, and compliance requirements.
• Analyze and reconcile the General Ledger, review budgetary accounts, and prepare necessary adjustments and reports.
• Evaluate internal controls, recommend process improvements, train staff on accounting procedures, and assist with the implementation of new GASB pronouncements.
• Prepare and monitor Debt Service Funds and ensure compliance with debt covenants.
• Perform monthly bank and other account reconciliations
• Review & reconcile investments, ensure compliance with investment policy
• Maintain the Chart of Accounts and conduct specialized accounting analyses and studies as needed.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork, communication, safety, and organizational values.
• May supervise accounting staff and perform related duties as assigned.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Accounting systems and procedures
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) reporting requirements
• Public sector accounting principles and practices
• Principles, practices, and procedures of finance
• Internal controls and auditing procedures
• Prepare, analyze, and evaluate financial statements, reports, and reconciliations
• Interpret and apply accounting standards, laws, regulations, and policies
• Evaluate internal controls and recommend process improvements
• Communicate complex accounting information effectively, both orally and in writing
• Build effective working relationships with employees, auditors, and other stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Certified Public Accountant or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business, or a related field. OR
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business, or a related field AND two (2) years of experience in accounting, accounting operations, reconciliation, bookkeeping, financial analysis, or auditing. OR
• Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business, or a related field AND four (4) years of experience in accounting, accounting operations, reconciliation, bookkeeping, financial analysis, or auditing. OR
• High School diploma or equivalent AND seven (7) years of experience in accounting, accounting operations, reconciliation, bookkeeping, financial analysis, or auditing.

Additional Requirements

Must pass a criminal history check

Selection Process

You can review our standard selection process here .

Our commitment to you

Washington County is 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