Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.Pay Range: $34.80 - $42.71 HourlyDepartment: Health DepartmentJob Type: Limited DurationExemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): September 10, 2025The Opportunity:This Work Matters!We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.This position is responsible for leading the daily functional and technical activities of the Health Department's Accounts Payable (A/P) Unit. Key responsibilities include developing procedures and internal controls, and acting as the primary internal contact for compiling A/P documentation for external audits.The Finance Specialist 2 - A/P will oversee the timely processing of invoice payments, employee reimbursements, and stipend requests. This role also involves monitoring and reconciling the department’s purchase cards, performing monthly reconciliations of certain accounts, and preparing a variety of ad hoc reports.A crucial aspect of this role is to evaluate and analyze accounts payable processes, making recommendations to management to improve efficiency and accuracy. The individual in this position is expected to center equity in policy and practice, aligning with the Health Department's value of racial equity and its mission to reduce health disparities. Promoting equity is a responsibility shared by every employee.*This Limited Duration Assignment is expected to last up to two years; although Limited Duration Assignments may end at any time.*As the Finance Specialist 2 - A/P, you will be responsible for:Accounts PayableHandles fiscal transactions, procurement card oversight, employee reimbursements, and stipends.Interprets and applies fiscal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Reviews payment documents for inter-agency and inter-governmental services.Monitors, coordinates, and adjusts fiscal systems (invoice receipts, journal entries, reconciliations).Evaluates complex fiscal transactions for policy compliance (e.g., GAAP).Develops and implements auditing systems; conducts internal and external compliance audits.Assists in preparing annual operating budgets and ensures accurate financial reporting.ReconciliationsPerform reconciliations (P-cards, Medical Examiner bank account, Multnomah Market Place (MMP), gift cards, Travel and Training trips).Perform Procurement Verifications for MMP orders in Workday.Complete Travel and Training trip reconciliations, ensuring all expenses are accounted for and within deadlines.Assist with year-end P-card reconciliation.Problem SolvingProvide collaboration and advice to customers such as management, administrative staff within the Health Department, purchasing unit, vendors and co-workers.Assist customers to ensure all transactions are in compliance with County rules and procedures, thereby reducing County risk.Attend meetings with A/P staff, A/P Supervisor, and other divisions to communicate and resolve issues, answer questions, and provide customer service.Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.TO QUALIFY:We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:Education/ training: equivalent to a bachelor's degree andExperience: one (1) to four (4) years of relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the positionPreferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.Experience in Accounts Payable, reconciliation, and customer serviceFamiliarity with large ERP systems such as WorkdayProficient data entry skills*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.SCREENING AND EVALUATION:The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:Initial review of minimum qualificationsAn evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidatesConsideration of top candidates/interviewsBackground, reference, and education checksPay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.A completed online application.A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume.A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position, and why you are interested in the role.Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.ADDITIONAL DETAILS:Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.Type: RepresentedFLSA: Non-ExemptSchedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pmRoutine Telework: This position is designated as “routine telework,” meaning you will be working remotely (from home); a hybrid schedule also is available. As with all routine telework positions, employees may be required to come into the office on occasion. The designation of Routine Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is Gladys McCoy Building, 619 NW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97209.Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the page.Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our for details about eligibility and how to apply.Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.Questions?Recruiter: Selina McCoyEmail: selina.r.mccoy@multco.usPhone: +1 (971) 3477395Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Job Profile: 6030 - Finance Specialist 2
