Senior Accountant - Remote

Overview

The Oregon Youth Authority is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior Accountant to lead key accounting and financial reporting functions that support our mission to transform Oregon’s youth.

In Short

• Lead the fiscal year-end accounting and reporting processes.
• Oversee the work of professional accounting staff.
• Prepare and analyze the agency’s financial reports.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Oregon Accounting Manual.
• Coordinate the design and enhancement of accounting systems.
• Provide expert guidance in accounting practices.
• Manage cash flow processes.
• Apply an equity lens in financial operations.
• Work in a hybrid telework environment.

Requirements

• Possession of a CPA or CGFM certificate.
• Three years of accounting experience equivalent to Accountant 2 work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience in designing and modifying accounting systems.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data.
• Experience with government financial reporting.
• Ability to interpret and apply accounting regulations.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in SFMA.
• Demonstrated experience in equity practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Low-cost, high-coverage health insurance.
• Generous time-off policies.
• Competitive retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement available.
• Life insurance benefits.
• Short-term disability insurance options.
• Legal insurance enrollment available.
• Support for cultural competence and diversity.