Senior Accountant - Government GAAP & Audit Lead

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

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