Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

04/01/2026

Application Deadline:

04/26/2026

Agency:

Oregon State Treasury

Salary Range:

$4,124 - $5,714

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Accounting Technician

Oregon State Treasury is recruiting for the position of Accounting Technician. This positionis focused on general revenue and expenditure accounting and uses bookkeeping skills to record, review, and reconcile financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Job Duties Summary

Provide payable processing support including, but not limited to:

• Maintain customer profiles in the statewide accounting system, SFMA

• Processing invoices withappropriate codingto ensuretimelypayment

• Resolving discrepancies and edits transactions to ensure completeness,appropriatenessand accuracy

• responding to vendors and customers by phone or in writing to resolve payment issues

• collecting Requests for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification (IRS Form W-9) whenrequired

• Complete year-end close transactions as assigned by senior accountants

• Reviewing purchase documentation for completeness

Provide receipting support including, but not limited to:

• Resolve discrepancies in Online Electronic Deposit (OED) and online deposit portals.

• Reconciliation of the 13 Screen in the statewide accounting system, SFMA. Ensure properbackupfor all transactions.

• Track receipts for Treasury funds as assigned

• Enter agency accounts receivable invoices in the statewide accounting system

Provide procurement support including, but not limited to:

• Review purchase requests for goods or services.

• Create purchase and change orders using existing templates.

• Route purchase orders or other approval forms to staff with sufficient Expenditure Decision Authority to approve purchases. 

• Implement solutions to shipping, receiving, and billing discrepancies after consultation with the Senior Procurement Officer or manager. 

Work Schedule

This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid (remote and in-office) work location schedule; in-office workwill befrom Treasury’s ​Salem office​This position will work from the Salemoffice at a minimum of two days per quarter and as needed for business reasonsUpon hire, employees are expected to be in the office moreoftenfor onboarding, learning, and collaboration.

Salary Range

$49,488-$68,568annually.

Job Classification

This position is classified as an Accounting Technician.This position is ​a SEIU represented position​

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience calculating, recording, andmaintainingaccounting 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 accountinginformation thatmust 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 and2;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 anyadditionalaccounting courses with “accounting” in the title.

Desired Attributes

Job Specific Attributes

• State of Oregon Government Accounting Experience

• Experience in processing accounts receivable invoices

• Experiencein processing accounts payable invoices.

• Experience in reconciling deposits.

• Experience inpurchase order processing

• Microsoft Excel skills.

Core Attributes

• Respect – Treats all individuals fairly and respectfully; works effectively with others; fosters an environment where opportunities to thrive are available to all; respects different values and viewpoints.

• Teamwork – Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner, recognizes the worth of others, and places the good of the team ahead of personalobjectives

• Flexibility – Demonstrates willingness to change to meet organizational needs, professionally handles discomfort with a changing work environment, andremainscalm in stressful situations.

• Communication – Effectively articulates and exchanges information with internal and external stakeholders.Isprompt in responding to questions and inquiries.

• Initiative – Takesappropriate actionwithout waiting for explicit instructions, generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.

• Critical Thinking – Identifies and weighs options, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, plans for potential problems, takes calculated risks, and recognizes impact of solutions.

• Time Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively across various competing tasks,demonstratingfocus and adaptability, arriving on time for meetings, and meeting deadlines.

• Attention to Detail – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness whenaccomplishingtasks.

How to Apply

You are required to upload your resume, cover letter describing how you meet the desired attributes listed above, and a transcript of accounting courses you have taken (if you have taken courses).

Please make sure the attributes and qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Following these instructions and providing this information will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

We will accept applications through the job announcement closing date, however, we may close this recruitment early, if we receive a well-qualified applicant poolIf interested, please apply early.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Low employee premium share for medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life (1% or 5% employee share);

• Robust paid leave package, such as vacation, personal business, holidays, sick leave, and floating day ofleave;

• PERS retirementbenefits;

• Support with training anddevelopment;

• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF);

• Optional benefits include optional life,short & long termdisability, accidental death and dismemberment, Oregon Savings Growth Plan (deferred compensation plan), flexible spending accounts, long term care insurance, employeeassistanceprogram, and more!

About Oregon State Treasury

OregonState Treasury is focused on improving the financial well-being of all Oregonians. We provide low-cost programs forgovernments, andempower Oregonians to invest in themselves and their loved ones for a more secure future.

We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We value and

support the collective differences in who we are and celebrate the fact that everyone comes to the table as their own unique individual. We believe this commitment empowers our success and makes Oregon State Treasury an excellent place to work. As Treasury employees, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes this a safe environment for us to ask questions, learn, and grow, andhelpsus to better serve Oregonians.

Our Values and Principles

INTEGRITY---INNOVATION---DIVERSITY---TRUST---PROFESSIONALISM---ACCESSIBILITY

Please visit the following webpage to learn more about Oregon State Treasury:https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Pages/index.aspx

Special Information

• Prospective employees are subject to an extensivebackgroundcheck that may include, but not be limited to, validation of all application materials, prioremployment,andprofessionalreferences, driving records and fingerprint-based state and federal criminal and civil records.  Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• OST does not offer visa sponsorships, and within three days of hire, the successful candidate willbe requiredto complete the U.S. Department ofHomeland Securityform I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.

• Oregon state government provides preference in employment to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, as well as current and former servicemembers of the Oregon National Guard,in accordance withORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235.To receivepreferenceyoumustattachappropriate documentationas outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources  You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666

• OST is an equalopportunity,affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.

• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Oregon State Treasury will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodationappliesto all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call Oregon State Treasuryat503-378-4000 and request to be connected to Human Resources.