Accounting Specialist 2 (Department of Transportation & Development)
Job ID: 107915
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit
Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Monday, June 9th, 2025.
Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $52,281.83 - $66,055.93
Hourly Pay Range: $25.135497 - $31.757659
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.
Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a full time County position represented by AFSCME.
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/e044da55-8261-4563-b291-b40e891a2031
http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html
JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Are you an experienced professional in accounts payable and receivable with a meticulous eye for detail and a strong focus on accuracy?
• Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple tasks and priorities effectively while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy?
• Do you enjoy working on a collaborative team that values innovation?
• Do you possess strong organizational and communication skills?
• Do you build relationships through a commitment to excellent customer service?
• Are you enthusiastic about mastering new tools and functions in Microsoft Excel?
If you answered YES to the questions above, please read on!
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented and experienced professional to join our team as an Accounting Specialist 2 in the Clackamas County Department of Transportation & Development.
• Collaborate with a supportive team dedicated to innovation and improvement.
• Contribute to essential financial and administrative functions within a team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Encourage innovation by continuously seeking refinement of departmental tools and processes.
As an Accounting Specialist 2, you will be at the core of our department's operations, providing essential accounting support across multiple programs. Your primary responsibilities will include reconciling, balancing, correcting, and maintaining accounting records, as well as preparing and analyzing financial, statistical, and accounting summaries and reports. You will navigate a fast-paced environment, promptly addressing requests and inquiries from both internal and external customers, and your ability to adapt and reprioritize tasks as the day progresses will be essential to maintaining efficiency and effectiveness in this role. Operating with a high degree of independence, you'll exercise sound judgment within the framework of our accounting policies and procedures.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience processing daily deposits, reconciling transactions, preparing journal entries, and preparing financial documents according to applicable procedures
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in general ledger accounting, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable accounting functions
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience analyzing financial problems and applying accounting principles, concepts, and theories to develop solutions and recommendations
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience providing customer service to both external and internal customers
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging Excel functions and tools within accounting roles
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, with at least two (2) years of experience using advanced functions and tools for data summarization and data manipulation
• At least one (1) year of experience processing accounts payable and accounts receivable in a public sector agency
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• An Associates Degree, or higher, in Business Administration, Accounting or a closely related field
• Experience with PeopleSoft or similar financial management software reporting functions
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
KEY COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION | We are searching for someone who:
• Commits to Teamwork and Collaboration by working effectively towards a shared goal, encouraging sharing of information, productive problem solving and putting team success first.
• Demonstrates Excellent Customer Service by anticipating, assessing, and responding effectively to the needs of those we serve.
• Seeks to Problem Solve by using critical thinking and analytical skills, identifying alternative strategies & developing a solution-focused approach to address challenges or issues.
• Displays Creativity and Innovation by taking initiative in improving processes, programs, services and products through new approaches or ideas and being open to others' ideas.
• Values Technology by leveraging electronic systems for the processing and distribution of information in the most effective and efficient ways.
• Aligns with Clackamas County Core Values of Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, Individual Accountability, and Trust “SPIRIT”.
• Builds & Maintains Professional Relationships with customers and stakeholders by honoring commitments and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Communicates Professionally and Effectively demonstrating self-awareness, respect for others, and adjusting to various levels of technical skills & understanding of subject matters.
• Embraces Continual Learning and Self Improvement through a willingness to grow within the job as technology and organizational changes demand it.
• Engages in Self-Management as demonstrated by the individual's ability to manage and continually improve their own performance through thoughtfulness, self-awareness, self-motivation, personal accountability, and the ability to effectively manage tasks.
• Puts Ethics into Action by holding themselves to a high standard of professional, honest, and objective behavior in all dealings and interactions.
TYPICAL TASKS
Duties of this particular position within the Department of Transportation & Development may include, but are not limited to the following:
Reconcile daily deposits, ensuring all transactions balance correctly and preparing the necessary journal entries.
• Pull system data from permitting and licensing systems and reconcile against staff deposit bags/bank totals to ensure an accurate balance across cash/check/credit card transactions.
• Prepares deposit summaries for each system/payment type, adhering to county requirements. Generate supporting journal entries to record the revenue accurately in the general ledger.
Manage all aspects of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including fee calculations, data analysis, and budgeting, to support departmental programs effectively.
• Compile and review packets for contractor and vendor payments. Gather invoices and expense approvals, verify data accuracy, and prepare payment vouchers/stamps with required expense coding to capture any necessary project or grant coding. Compile packets and submit to the appropriate authorizing party for approval.
• Review and prepare procurement card transactions, journal entries, internal billings, and invoices, ensuring accurate account coding. Enter data in the system for further approval and processing.
• Uses assigned procurement card to oversee centralized payments for the department. collaborating with staff to validate invoice charges and upload supporting documentation. Code transactions accurately, as per direction provided.
Perform in-depth research and analysis to reconcile discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records.
• Conduct regular analysis of General Ledger (GL) entries to identify and verify discrepancies before preparing the initial corrections for processing. Perform research and analysis to validate the corrections, compile necessary backup documentation and prepare corrections according to department policies.
• Reconcile transactions using data from source programs to review and confirm entries; perform research and analysis to balance program accounts and correct transactions.
• Retrieve documentation from the Financial System and department files to prepare corrective journal entries for entry when discrepancies are identified by others.
Provide exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders, building partnerships through a commitment to excellence.
• Conduct ongoing quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures on department tools and processes, collaborating with the team to resolve performance and system issues as they arise.
• Use, implement and enhance department templates and naming conventions, to ensure consistency and efficiency in the financial data.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
Please note: This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer, but the Department of Transportation & Development will require the successful incumbent to perform 80% of their time on-site. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
http://www.clackamas.us/
http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/
https://www.mthoodterritory.com/
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Department of Transportation and Development (DTD) is to assist residents and businesses in creating vibrant, sustainable communities through innovative and responsive public service.
DTD is responsible for a broad range of county services involving land use planning and permitting, building permits, county code enforcement, solid waste and recycling, road construction and maintenance, surveying, plat approvals, public land corner restoration, economic development, libraries, County parks, and dog services.
http://www.clackamas.us/transportation/
APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f
https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication
If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb
VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Lindsay Roberts, Recruiter
mailto:LRoberts2@clackamas.us
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6260190
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