Accounting Assistant II
Washington County
Date: 6 days ago
City: Hillsboro, OR
Contract type: Part time
THE POSITION
The Washington County Sheriff's Office Business Administration Division is looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant II to join our administrative team. The Business Administrative Division is responsible for budget planning and execution, payroll, contracts, grants, quartermaster, and various other administrative functions within the Sheriff's Office. This administrative support enables more than 600 employees of the Sheriff's Office to do their jobs in providing public safety services throughout Washington County.
The Accounting Assistant II primarily supports the Business Administration unit processing personnel actions, timekeeping, payroll processing, and payables. In this position, you will directly support more than 600 employees as a subject matter expert in personnel actions related to employee’s questions and in training of new hires. You will coordinate directly with County Finance and Human Resources Departments to ensure correct and timely submission of personnel actions. As part of a small administrative team, you will process invoices for payment and perform other administrative and accounting tasks as assigned.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Our ideal candidate has exceptional interpersonal skills and takes an initiative in completing tasks or projects. They have experience in accounting and payroll functions and systems and are well organized and able to multitask.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications.
Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution . Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.
Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program on the "Benefits" tab above!
Essential Job Duties
This position is classified as Accounting Assistant II.Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review the full information of this classification, please use the following link here .
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
Next Steps
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points .
Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.
Additional Resources
Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Email: [email protected]
The Washington County Sheriff's Office Business Administration Division is looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant II to join our administrative team. The Business Administrative Division is responsible for budget planning and execution, payroll, contracts, grants, quartermaster, and various other administrative functions within the Sheriff's Office. This administrative support enables more than 600 employees of the Sheriff's Office to do their jobs in providing public safety services throughout Washington County.
The Accounting Assistant II primarily supports the Business Administration unit processing personnel actions, timekeeping, payroll processing, and payables. In this position, you will directly support more than 600 employees as a subject matter expert in personnel actions related to employee’s questions and in training of new hires. You will coordinate directly with County Finance and Human Resources Departments to ensure correct and timely submission of personnel actions. As part of a small administrative team, you will process invoices for payment and perform other administrative and accounting tasks as assigned.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Our ideal candidate has exceptional interpersonal skills and takes an initiative in completing tasks or projects. They have experience in accounting and payroll functions and systems and are well organized and able to multitask.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications.
Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution . Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.
Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program on the "Benefits" tab above!
Essential Job Duties
This position is classified as Accounting Assistant II.Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review the full information of this classification, please use the following link here .
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- A high school diploma or equivalent; AND
- One (1) year of general clerical experience including some financial record keeping.
- Some positions require a driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
- Finalist will be required to pass an extensive background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office.
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
Next Steps
- Apply today! Instead of submitting a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
- MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes.
- Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
- Panel Interview(s): The top six to eight (6-8) candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
- Background Investigation/Drug Screen: The selected candidate for this position must be able to pass an extensive background investigation conducted by the Sheriff'sOffice.
- Conditional Offer/Drug Screen: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and we will extend a conditional offer of employment, conditional upon successfully passing a drug screen.
- Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points .
Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.
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Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Email: [email protected]
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