Senior Accounting Assistant: AP/AR & Payroll Support

Washington County, Oregon; United States; On-site; USD 87,478,000 - 106,213,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Community Corrections in Washington County is seeking a Senior Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations in the Administrative Division. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, deposits, timekeeping, payroll support, and maintain accurate records in county systems.

The role emphasizes detail-oriented processes, reliability, and collaboration within a supportive administrative team, with a background check required after offer.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting and financial recordkeeping practices used for processing invoices, payments, deposits, and routine reconciliations.
• Experience supporting timekeeping or payroll-related tasks by reviewing information for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain organized financial records in computerized systems and follow established accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare deposits and record payments accurately.
• Assist with timekeeping and payroll support and maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Timekeeping support

Payroll support

Financial recordkeeping

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Accounting certificate (12 months)

5+ years accounting experience

Job description

The Department of Community Corrections in Washington County is seeking a Senior Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations in the Administrative Division. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, deposits, timekeeping, payroll support, and maintain accurate records in county systems.

The role emphasizes detail-oriented processes, reliability, and collaboration within a supportive administrative team, with a background check required after offer.