Medicaid Accounts Specialist I – Health Services (Part-Time)

Columbia Gorge Education Service District; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia Gorge Education Service District is seeking a Part Time Accounting Specialist I focusing on Medicaid and Health Services. The role reports to the Director and supports Health Services with foundational accounting tasks.

Starting immediately, the position offers part-time status (.60 FTE) with a wage between $23.91 and $31.47 per hour and eligibility for related responsibilities. You will handle routine financial tasks while maintaining confidentiality and adherence to internal controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or coursework in accounting, business, or related field preferred.
• Vocational or technical training in accounting or bookkeeping may substitute for formal education.
• Minimum of two years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or related financial work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processes accounts payable and accounts receivable and Medicaid financial transactions.
• Records and reconciles receipts for district funds.
• Assists with grant budget tracking and expenditures.
• Provides backup for payroll and accounts payable functions.
• Assists with audits and preparation of financial documentation.
• Maintains audit-ready financial records and supports periodic financial reports.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Data entry

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Spreadsheets

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accounting/business coursework

Two years bookkeeping experience

Vocational accounting training

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Columbia Gorge Education Service District is seeking a Part Time Accounting Specialist I focusing on Medicaid and Health Services. The role reports to the Director and supports Health Services with foundational accounting tasks.

Starting immediately, the position offers part-time status (.60 FTE) with a wage between $23.91 and $31.47 per hour and eligibility for related responsibilities. You will handle routine financial tasks while maintaining confidentiality and adherence to internal controls.