MCSO Finance Specialist 1

Pay Range: $31.94 - $39.29 Hourly Department: Sheriff Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): August 21, 2026 The Opportunity: Who We Are: Join the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice and community safety can make a real difference. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to serving the community, passionate about helping others and inspired by a strong sense of purpose. MCSO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and investing in professional development opportunities throughout your career. Overview To learn more about our agency, please watch our video: Join Our Team Overview: Are you a detail-driven professional, skilled at navigating competing deadlines, motivated to anticipate and solve problems before they arise, and thrive in a collaborative work environment? Do you have experience in accounting, cash handling, and customer service - and are you ready for a challenging change? If so, this is the opportunity for you. We are currently seeking to hire one Finance Specialist 1 to perform a full range of operational/fiscal functions for MCSO. Functions include, but are not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auditing, purchasing, general ledger, cash balances, the Adult‑In‑Custody (AIC) Accounting System, and provide support and backup for our Travel Coordinator. Your primary responsibilities would include: Daily processing of cash and check transactions for AIC trust accounts and bail; prepare and log bank deposits. Monitor and support the AIC account phone line, assisting AICs and their families with account‑related inquiries. Post journal entries for AIC deposits; prepare accounts receivable items and transmit deposits to the bank. Review and prepare detailed financial reports using Workday and other software to track and analyze program revenue expenses. Interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, and fiscal policies and procedures to assigned work functions, programs and/or grants; monitor and recommend adjustments to fiscal systems. Maintain front office supply inventory; complete filing, archiving, and tracking of deposits, invoices, and clearing items. Schedule, reserve, coordinate, and communicate travel arrangements and training registrations with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Process travel per diem advances, registrations, and trip documentation to ensure timely and compliant processing. Prepare direct pay and ad hoc payments for travel and training, including registration and payment for virtual and in‑person events. Provide daily support and backup coverage for the Travel Coordinator. Perform other duties as assigned. As a successful candidate, you will possess the following competencies: Attention to Detail: You #J-18808-Ljbffr Multnomah County