Accounting Technician

Why Choose OCE?

Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) provides adults in custody (AICs) opportunities to gain valuable work skills and on the job training to help individuals increase their chances of success after incarceration. Our mission, in partnership with the Department of Corrections (DOC), is to empower transformation through training, work, and reentry.

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.  This position offers a competitive compensation package including employer paid health, vision, dental, paid time off, and retirement through the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 11 paid holidays per year.

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
• 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:

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

Additional Information:

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.

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA):  PREA prohibits OCE from hiring, or promoting anyone who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in Institution settings. These include a jail, prison, or other correctional facility (including juvenile corrections) AND any institution or facility where people are residing for the purpose of receiving care or treatment (e.g., adjudicated delinquent, neglected, placed in State custody, mentally ill or disabled, chronically ill, or physically disabled, etc.). These include skilled nursing care, intermediate or long-term care, or custodial or residential care (e.g., group home, rehabilitation, assisted living/nursing home, hospice, etc.).

For more information regarding PREA please visit: Department of Corrections : Prison Rape Elimination Act : Prison Rape Elimination Act : State of Oregon

Equal Employment Opportunity: Oregon Corrections Enterprises is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position.  OCE is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The Oregon Department of Corrections strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

 Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed.  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.  We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, feel free to contact us to discuss your application.