Accounting Technician

Why Choose OCE? OCE is focused on providing Adults in Custody (AICs) an opportunity to gain valuable and marketable work skills and on-the-job training to help these individuals increase their chances of success after incarceration. Our Mission, in partnership with the Department of Corrections, is to promote public safety by providing adults in custody with work and training opportunities in a self-sustaining organization. Benefits at

OCE:

95% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Retirement & Pension Plans (Generous Employer matching) through Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Optional participation in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan (OSGP) 11 paid holiday per years Vacation and Sick Leave package

• Create safer communities and second chances

Description:

Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) has a full-time opening for an Accounting Technician working at the Administrative Office in Salem, Oregon. As an Accounting Technician, you will process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, complete month end journal entries, and support invoicing and collections activities. The successful candidate will work closely with AICs and internal teams, delivering outstanding customer service across all financial functions.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Experience in Collections Experience in preparing monthly bank reconciliations Experience in recording and maintaining fixed asset registers Critical attention to detail Experience with billing and invoicing General knowledge of computerized accounting systems and how they aid in compiling, maintaining, and using accounting information. Extensive knowledge of techniques used to locate errors in accounting records. Skill in analyzing and interpreting agency fiscal information from reports. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong capability in Excel Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to balance multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally

Working Conditions:

• May be required to work some late and unusual hours
• Requires willingness to travel in or out of state, including some overnight trips
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time
• Long periods of sitting at a desk and/or looking at a computer screen

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience OR
• One (1) year of Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable experience AND an Associate's degree in Accounting AND Pass an initial and annual Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) criminal background check screening.

Pass pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. How to

Apply:

Submit the online application and the following: Resume detailing your work history, be sure to list start and end dates for positions held (Required) Cover Letter describing why you would be successful fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of this position (Recommended) Copy of DD214 if claiming veteran's preference. Please note this form must be attached if you wish to claim preference.

Pay:

$26.50 - $40.88 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person