What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reconciliation Accountant position at Oregon Department of Education?
Initial Posting Date:
01/24/2025
Application Deadline:
02/02/2025
Agency:
Oregon Department of Education
Salary Range:
Position Type:
Contingent Worker
Position Title:
Reconciliation Accountant
Job Description:
Position Title: Reconciliation Accountant
Classification: Accountant 2
Salary: $5,320 - $8,143 ($5,690 - $8,707 PERS)
Representation: SEIU
Position Type: Temporary
Time Type: Full Time
Ends: June 30, 2025
Classification: Accountant 2
Salary: $5,320 - $8,143 ($5,690 - $8,707 PERS)
Representation: SEIU
Position Type: Temporary
Time Type: Full Time
Ends: June 30, 2025
Are you looking for a chance to help perform an extensive reconciliation of last year’s data? We are seeking a Reconciliation Accountant to join our Office of Finance and Information Technology team at the
This role is a hybrid of remote work and will need to report to the office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.
Oregon Department of Education
. This is a Service Employees International Union represented temporary position set to end on June 30, 2025. If you're ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving space and play a key role in a transformative initiative, we want to hear from you!This role is a hybrid of remote work and will need to report to the office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.
About Us:
The
Oregon Department of Education’s
(ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission
, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
The
Office of Finance and Information Technology’s
(OFIT’s) primary service is to provide timely and reliable fiscal, administrative, and information technology services. The work is designed to ensure that all agency services adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, while seeking solutions focused on the needs of Oregon's children. OFIT contributes to an infrastructure that allows ODE staff to focus on the core mission of leadership, accountability, and school improvement.What You Will Do!
As the Reconciliation Accountant you will help with a backlog of work and perform an extensive reconciliation of prior year collected data to ensure accuracy. You will review historical financial records to ensure accuracy, find and clarify inconsistencies, and implement controls to safeguard data and prevent future discrepancies.
Typical Duties Include:
- Reconcile collected data to audit reports for previous 5 years.
- Review historical financial records to ensure all accounts, transactions, and entries are accurate and in alignment with organizational policies and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Use advanced reconciliation tools and software (e.g., Excel, financial management systems) to match historical transactions, resolve discrepancies, and document findings.
- Collaborate with internal teams to access data and clarify inconsistencies in records.
- Implement and document internal accounting controls to safeguard reconciled data and prevent future discrepancies.
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Minimum Qualifications (Need to Have)
Possession of a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager certificate AND Two years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 1 work to include setting-up ledgers, account codes and controls, and modifying accounting systems;
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 Two years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 1 work to include setting-up ledgers, account codes and controls, and modifying accounting systems;
OR
32 quarter (21 semester) credit hours from an accredited institution in Accounting AND Four years of related accounting experience to include a) classifying, analyzing, and reconciling financial data and records; b) designing, recommending, and installing modifications of accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records; c) preparing financial statements and reports; d) analyzing and interpreting laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances to ensure the legality of financial transactions; and e) analyzing, interpreting, and making recommendations related to accounting transactions, accounts, and account relationships resulting in accounting entries.
NOTE: 15 quarter (10 semester) graduate-level accounting credit hours may substitute for one year of accounting experience. Graduate-level courses used to satisfy the educational requirement may not be used to satisfy the experience requirement.
Desired Attributes (Nice to Have):
- Reconcile collected data to audit reports for previous 5 years.
- Review historical financial records to ensure all accounts, transactions, and entries are accurate and in alignment with organizational policies and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Use advanced reconciliation tools and software (e.g., Excel, financial management systems) to match historical transactions, resolve discrepancies, and document findings.
- Collaborate with internal teams to access data and clarify inconsistencies in records.
- Implement and document internal accounting controls to safeguard reconciled data and prevent future discrepancies.
- Create detailed reports summarizing the reconciliation process, including discrepancies found, actions taken, and final reconciled balances.
- Use reporting tools to generate summaries and visualizations.
- Provide notes and disclosures to clarify adjustments and alignments made to financial records.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.
Why Us?
At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To Apply:
Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
- Upload a resume and cover letter.
- In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages). Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/Cover Letter field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.
- In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.
- Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/Cover Letter.
- Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account.
Please contact
ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov
if you have any questions on the application process.Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!
1st Thursday of the month – 11 am to 11:45 am (PST)
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Additional Information:
- Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.
- Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit thePay Equity Projecthomepage.
- The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
- Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
- Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.
- Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which may require a fingerprint-based records check and/or credit history check, as a condition of employment.
- If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact us at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.
- Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
- Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9acceptable documents(See page 3) for employment verification.
Helpful Links and Contact Information:
- Learn more aboutODE
- Understanding the State Application Process
- Resources for Job Seekers
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- Live, work, and play inSalem, Oregon.
- For additional information, you may contact us by email at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.
The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
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Salary : $5,320 - $8,143
