Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

10/20/2026

Application Deadline:

10/27/2026

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$4,124 - $5,714

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Accounting Technician (12-month Limited Duration or Job Rotation) - Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

Job Description:

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! – Accounting Technician (12-month Limited Duration or Job Rotation) - Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

NOTE: A cover letter and resume are required to be attached to your application. If you are a current State of Oregon employee and are applying for the job rotation option, please attach your manager signed “Job Opportunity Interest Form.”

The Accounting Technician position is part of the Business Services Department’s Accounting and Banking Office at the Oregon State Hospital (OSH). The Accounting and Banking Office delivers essential fiscal and patient banking support services for the hospital, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, contract and purchase order payment processing, transaction documentation, and petty cash operations, while also assisting with general office coverage needs. This position primarily supports the trust desk within the business office.

This is a full-time, limited duration opportunity and/or a job rotation opportunity for current State of Oregon employees. This position is classified service and is represented by a union.

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

Internal applicants, to access the Job Opportunity Interest form, please click here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

• Two years of experience calculating, recording, and maintaining accounting information that must include coding transactions and checking them for propriety, balancing, and resolving discrepancies in computer edits; OR
• One year of experience calculating, recording, and maintaining accounting information that must include coding transactions and checking them for propriety, balancing, and resolving discrepancies in computer edits AND at least 43 quarter (29 semester) credit hours from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 9 quarter (6 semester) credit hours in accounting. Credit hours must include introductory level accounting courses 1 and 2; OR
• Successful completion of the State of Oregon Accounting Career Mobility Program or equivalent accounting certificate program from an accredited college or university; OR
• At least 94 quarter (62 semester) credit hours or an associate degree from an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school that includes 12 quarter (8 semester) credit hours in accounting. Credit hours must include introductory level accounting courses 1 and 2 and may include any additional accounting courses with “accounting” in the title.

Training or experience must include using a computer to enter, update, or retrieve information.

Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.

• Working knowledge of Avatar and AVRO.
• Proficient in QuickBooks, Teams, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience working with and maintaining confidential information.
• Experience providing customer service in person and over the phone.
• Experience handling cash and balancing/reconciling a cash register.
• Epic experience is beneficial.

Preference Statement: Preference will be extended to applicants with banking experience.

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the information below:

Submission Requirements:

• Resume (Required) – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
• Cover Letter (Required) – Attach a cover letter that explains how your experience would make you a successful candidate.
• Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

How to Apply:

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under “My Applications” prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans’ Preference documentation.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

Additional Details

• This announcement is for one full-time, limited duration, SEIU represented, classified service, Accounting Technician position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is an on-site, in-office position. “Review Section 4: Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Contact Information

Recruiter: Cyndi Phipps-Roman

Email: cynthia.phipps-roman@oha.oregon.gov

Phone (text friendly): 503-569-0066

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

Helpful Links & Resources

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class – including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

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