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Accounting Analyst

Salary

$61k - $81k

Min Experience

3 years

Location

Eugene, Oregon, United States

JobType

full-time

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About the role

About the Department

Lane County Financial Services is currently seeking an Accounting Analyst. If you have a passion for ensuring that all financial components of the organization are well-organized and executed timely, accurately, and efficiently while providing superior customer service, then you might be interested in this opportunity.

About the Position
Lane County Financial Services is currently seeking an Accounting Analyst. If you have a passion for ensuring that all financial components of the organization are well-organized and executed timely, accurately, and efficiently while providing superior customer service, then you might be interested in this opportunity.

Primary responsibilities of the Accounting Analyst are general ledger and chart of accounts maintenance, nVision reporting, bank reconciliations, and reconciling of other balance sheet accounts. The Accounting Analyst serves as the main contact for departments for general ledger and financial reporting related inquires and is responsible for month end and fiscal year end closing, preparation of monthly reports, and year-end financial audit schedules. This position is vital to the ongoing operations of the department. The successful candidate will have great analytical skills and a commitment to meeting timelines while being detail-orientated and producing accurate work.

About the Division

As part of the County Administration Department, the 16 FTE in the Financial Services Division perform functions related to accounting, financial reporting, investment of funds, cash management, debt management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll administration, and procurement. Financial Services is responsible for maintaining and reporting all financial transactions on an accurate and timely basis and preparing financial statements following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Financial Services maintains effective accounting systems to control and report the receipt and disbursement of County and taxing districts funds and is responsible for receiving and recording all County expenditures and revenue obligations.


Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

*This is an AFSCME represented position*

Position Duties

Training
  • Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, fiscal management or accounting or a related field.
Experience
  • Three years of increasingly responsible experience in financial, accounting or statistical record-keeping and analysis. Some experience in a lead capacity is desirable.
  • Direct financial or accounting experience with federal or state employment and training programs is desirable;
  • or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.


Special Requirements:

  • This position is subject to a full background check.

Testing Requirement:

  • Successful hire is contingent upon passing an accounting test. 
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Minimum Qualifications

Accounting Analyst Classification Details

Other Qualifications

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 -2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

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Providing local government services and public health programs.

Skills

accounting
Chart
customer service
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles