Accountant

Overview You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our Financial Services Division and lead key accounting and financial reporting functions that support our mission to transform Oregon’s youth. This position works closely with technical and professional staff to oversee preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), annual financial statements, and other financial management reports. The Senior Accountant develops and maintains accounting policies, procedures, and operating manuals; evaluates and strengthens internal controls; and manages cash flow processes. This role also provides expert guidance in the design and implementation of accounting systems, ensures compliance with the Oregon Accounting Manual (OAM) and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and performs complex accounting analyses. The ideal candidate will have proficiency with the Statewide Financial Management Application (SFMA), extensive experience with complex governmental accounting functions, and the ability to apply an equity lens in all aspects of their work. Key Responsibilities Lead the agency’s fiscal year-end accounting and reporting processes — including preparation of the ACFR, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA), and government bond reporting — ensuring compliance with GAAP, GASB, and DAS accounting standards. Oversee and review the work of professional accounting staff , providing expert guidance, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining conformance with applicable rules, regulations, and accounting principles. Prepare, analyze, and maintain the agency’s financial reports and accounting structures , including general ledger, subsidiary systems, and classification frameworks for complex automated accounting systems. Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with the Oregon Accounting Manual, state and federal laws, and audit requirements. Coordinate the design, development, and enhancement of accounting systems and processes , ensuring integration with statewide financial management applications (SFMA) and other agency systems. Additional Information Hybrid Telework: This position is required to work at the Salem Central Office 4 or more days a month depending on business needs. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, click here. The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details. This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached. Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes. Would you like to learn more about this position and OYA? Join us on Tuesday, August 19, between 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for OYA Career Chats. First Round Interviews (virtual): 9/12/25 Second Round Interviews (IN PERSON) 9/19/2025 What You Need To Qualify Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate AND three years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work to include designing and modifying accounting systems that require frequent changes in requirements to meet specific business objectives, consulting with program managers or external organizations, and assuring the proper functioning and accountability of fiscal operations; OR A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND three years of related accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work to include designing and modifying accounting systems that require frequent changes in requirements to meet specific business objectives, consulting with program managers or external organizations, and ensuring the proper functioning and accountability of fiscal operations; OR 32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND five years of related accounting experience to include a) classifying, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial data and records; b) designing, recommending, and installing modifications of accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records; c) preparing audited financial statements and reports; d) analyzing and interpreting laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances to ensure the legality of financial transactions; and e) analyzing and interpreting complex accounts and account relationships resulting in accounting entries. 15 quarter (10 semester) graduate-level accounting credit hours may substitute for one year of the accounting experience. Graduate-level courses used to satisfy the educational requirement may not be used to satisfy the experience requirement. What We Are Looking For Preference may be given to applicants that can demonstrate these skills: Proficiency in Statewide Financial Management Application (SFMA); Demonstrated experience with complex financial accounting functions, methods, entries, and accounting structures; Ability to accurately interpret, analyze, and apply applicable rules of the Oregon Accounting Manual and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); Ability to apply an Equity Lens to all elements of daily work; Demonstrated experience in coordinating and preparing government Annual Consolidated Financial Reporting (ACFR) and disclosures Interested? Here\'s How To Apply Complete the application fully or upload a complete resume including dates of employment and duties/responsibilities of each position. COVER LETTER REQUIRED: In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes under the 'What We Are Looking For' section of the announcement and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Please ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility. Include in your cover letter, your answer to these questions: 1. Why do you want to work for OYA? 2. How does accounting relate to DEI? After you submit your application please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. This step will come after you submit your application and will complete the process. If you are an employee, the tasks can be found in your Workday inbox. If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. Applications with generic cover letters may be considered nonresponsive and could eliminate the application from further consideration. About OYA The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is a national leader in the juvenile justice field, pioneering the implementation of a positive human development framework for its work with staff and youth, and using data to match the right youth with the right services. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions to support youth under our care. Our agency mission is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments. If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences and the opportunity to contribute in the success of youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you! People of color, women and other members of historically underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply! What\’s in it for You? OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance, generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan. Discover more about working in Oregon state government by clicking here. Additional Information Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. The more diverse we are, the better our work will be. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1. Pre-employment Checks In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position. In 2003 Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities. In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards. All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse. We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYA uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr