Accounts Payable (Accountant 1)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as an Accounts Payable Accountant located in Salem, OR. This role involves key responsibilities in accounting and financial functions, ensuring compliance with state statutes. Ideal candidates will have a CPA or a Bachelor's degree in accounting, and will support a mission-driven team committed to serving veterans. This position also offers in-state remote work opportunities.

Benefits

Family Friendly Work Life Balance

Comprehensive employee benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Possession of a CPA or Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• Experience in technical accounting tasks is necessary.
• Familiarity with agency accounting systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform key accounting functions focused on accounts payable and compliance.
• Prepare and process invoices with fiscal accuracy and authorization.
• Collaborate to develop internal control policies aligning with GAAP.

Skills

Familiarity with accounting principles

Computer experience

Knowledge of Excel

Experience with budget process

Education

Certified Public Accountant

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

State of Oregon Accounting Career Mobility Program

Job description

Initial Posting Date:

06/12/2025

Application Deadline:

06/25/2025

Agency:

Secretary of State

Salary Range:

$4,634 - $7,078

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Accounts Payable (Accountant 1)

Job Description:

LOCATION: Salem, OR

In-state remote work is available for this position with supervisor approval.

See definition and requirements of remote work for the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office: Remote work with the Secretary of State’s Office

SALARY:

$4,634 - $7,078/per month Non-PERS Rate

$4,912 - $7,501/per month PERS Rate

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

We are recruiting for individuals to join our Business Services team.

In this role, you will perform key accounting and financial functions focused on accounts payable, compliance, and internal controls. You will prepare and process invoices within SFMA and Cobblestone, ensuring fiscal accuracy, proper authorization, and timely payments in alignment with state statutes and internal performance goals. You will audit county special election reimbursements, manage R*STARS vouchers, reconcile SPOTS payments and expenditures, and validate system-entered refunds.

In addition to transactional work, you will collaborate with the accounting team to develop and implement internal control policies and procedures that align with GAAP, state and federal laws, and administrative regulations. You will assist management in interpreting statutes and accounting standards and maintain agency signature authority forms related to expenditures and procurement, routing them for approval as needed.

For explicit duties, please request a copy of the position description from [e-mail] .

TO QUALIFY:

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our desired qualifications listed.

Your application must demonstrate education and/or experience in the following:

• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate;

OR

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting;

OR

• Successful completion of the State of Oregon Accounting Career Mobility Program or equivalent accounting certificate program from an accredited college or university;

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.

As the most competitive candidate, your application will demonstrate the following requested skills and experience:

• Familiarity with accounting principles and agency accounting systems.

• Computer experience and knowledge of Excel, Word, and OBIEE.

• Experience with the state budget process and complex accounting systems like SFMA/R*Stars.

• Skill applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to a computer-based financial application.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Click apply

• Upload your resume

• Complete job history and education sections to clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications for the position

• Complete application questionnaire

• Submit your finalized application

• Complete additional inbox questionnaires on confidentiality and veteran status

• Check back periodically for additional actions

• Applicants meeting the MQ's will receive an additional screening exercise.

Please note: you must attach your resume to your application and complete the job history and education sections of the application. Failure to submit the required materials will remove your application from consideration.

ABOUT THE AGENCY:

The Oregon Secretary of State is one of three constitutional offices created at statehood. As an independent constitutional officer, the Secretary of State answers directly and solely to the people of Oregon.

The Secretary of State employs approximately 245 full-time, part-time, and temporary employees. The Secretary oversees the functions of seven program divisions: Archives, Audits, Corporation, Elections, Business Services, Information Systems, and Human Resources.

OUR MISSION:

Build trust between the people of Oregon and our state government so that public services can make a positive impact in peoples’ lives.

OUR VISION:

We envision an Oregon without barriers, where we lead with our values and believe every voice should be heard. We do so by:

• Building equitable access to our democracy.

• Making tools easily available to achieve economic success.

• Ensuring state resources are used sustainably, efficiently and accountable to the public.

• Honestly acknowledging Oregon’s history.

OUR VALUES:

Access for all

We elevate equity through identifying and actively eliminating barriers.

Authenticity

We have integrity and are honest and true to ourselves and others.

Clarity

We share stories, using plain language to increase understanding and impact.

Respect

We are committed to serving the people of Oregon and strive to understand all viewpoints.

Service

We are responsive and prioritize the needs of current and future Oregonians we serve.

For more information about the Oregon Office of Secretary of State, please visit: State of Oregon: Oregon Secretary of State - Home

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Family Friendly Work Life Balance (paid time off, 12 holidays, 3 personal days, short and long term disability benefits)

• Take Care of Yourself and Your Family (comprehensive employee benefits, choice of medical plans, vision plan, life insurance, child care flexible spending account, employee assistance program)

• Celebrate Uniqueness: Diversity and inclusion are cornerstones of our values. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are critical to developing a talented, high-performing workforce and are committed to providing a supportive work environment in which all of our employees can thrive and reach their full potential. We strive to maintain a culture that attracts, develops and retains a diverse workforce that closely mirrors the residents of our community. We learn from and respect the cultures in which we operate and value the uniqueness of individual talents, experiences and ideas.

• Invest in Your Future: (Pension plan, deferred comp, short and long term disability plan, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care)

• Be Appreciated (employee recognition events, agency unique employee recognition program allowing for additional leave options such as vacation buy-out and sick leave roll-over, dynamic employees doing impactful work)

• ADA: At the Secretary of State, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees

See our current job listings and internship opportunities, compensation, and benefits here: Careers with the Secretary of State .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Additional applicant screening will depend on the number of qualified applications received. Screening will include skills testing, the results which may be used as part of the applicant evaluation process.

• Candidates whose background most closely matches the qualifications and required/requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview. Interviews will be held virtually.

• Successful candidates must pass a criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veteran Resources . You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

• The Secretary of State does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6%.

QUESTIONS?

For additional information you may contact us at [e-mail] .

The Oregon Secretary of State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workplace.