MCSO Finance Specialist 1

Multnomah County · United States

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $31.94 - $39.29 Hourly Department: Sheriff Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): August 21, 2026 The Opportunity: Who We Are: Join the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice and community safety can make a real difference. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to serving the community, passionate about helping others and inspired by a strong sense of purpose. MCSO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and investing in professional development opportunities throughout your career. To learn more about our agency, please watch our video: Join Our Team Overview: Are you a detail-driven professional, skilled at navigating competing deadlines, motivated to anticipate and solve problems before they arise, and thrive in a collaborative work environment? Do you have experience in accounting, cash handling, and customer service - and are you ready for a challenging change? If so, this is the opportunity for you. We are currently seeking to hire one Finance Specialist 1 to perform a full range of operational/fiscal functions for MCSO. Functions include, but are not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auditing, purchasing, general ledger, cash balances, the Adult-In-Custody (AIC) Accounting System, and provide support and backup for our Travel Coordinator. Apply as soon as possible! We anticipate keeping this recruitment open for two (2) weeks, but may close early if 150 applications are received, so apply early! Your primary responsibilities would include:

• Daily processing of cash and check transactions for AIC trust accounts and bail; prepare and log bank deposits.
• Monitor and support the AIC account phone line, assisting AICs and their families with account‑related inquiries.
• Post journal entries for AIC deposits; prepare accounts receivable items and transmit deposits to the bank.
• Review and prepare detailed financial reports using Workday and other software to track and analyze program revenue expenses.
• Interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, and fiscal policies and procedures to assigned work functions, programs and/or grants; monitor and recommend adjustments to fiscal systems.
• Maintain front office supply inventory; complete filing, archiving, and tracking of deposits, invoices, and clearing items.
• Schedule, reserve, coordinate, and communicate travel arrangements and training registrations with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Process travel per diem advances, registrations, and trip documentation to ensure timely and compliant processing.
• Prepare direct pay and ad hoc payments for travel and training, including registration and payment for virtual and in‑person events.
• Provide daily support and backup coverage for the Travel Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Attention to Detail: You consistently produce accurate work, catch errors early, and maintain high standards in financial and travel documentation.
• Time Management & Prioritization: You manage multiple deadlines effectively, organize tasks strategically, and adapt quickly when priorities shift.
• Proactive Problem Solving: You anticipate challenges, take initiative to resolve issues, and prevent disruptions to travel, training, or fiscal processes.
• Customer Service: You provide responsive, respectful, and solution‑focused support to internal and external customers.
• Communication: You communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally, tailoring your approach to the needs of diverse audiences.
• Technology Use: You utilize electronic systems effectively for processing, tracking, and reporting financial and travel information.
• Teamwork: You collaborate with colleagues, share information, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.

• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university. Additional qualifying experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis to satisfy this requirement.
• Minimum of one (1) year of accounting experience in one or more of the following areas is required: cash handling, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger or account reconciliations.
• Must pass a criminal records check and background screening.

• Experience using Accounting Software and Systems.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Experience working for a government agency.

• A completed online application. Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
• Supplemental Questions (listed below): In lieu of a cover letter, please answer the three questions below (please limit your answers to a maximum of three (3) pages, with a minimum font size of 12-point). Your responses will be used as a screening tool; the quality and strength of your answers will determine if you move forward in the process. Refer to your relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and training. Answers to supplemental questions must be uploaded in the online application when prompted to attach required documents. Please upload your attachment as a PDF.

• Please provide a specific, real example when requested
• Please provide the details requested in each question, including step-by-step instructions when appropriate
• Describe tools and methods you use, when appropriate, to show how you manage the work

• Responses to any and all electronic questionnaires sent to you after submitting your online application. Applications with unfinished questionnaires will be considered incomplete and will be inactivated from the process.
• Note: Oregon Public Employment Preference: if you are interested in requesting hiring and promotional preference for Veterans and State Servicemembers (previously known as veterans’ preference), please be prepared to submit your DD214/NGB form 22 and veteran disability verification forms electronically when specifically requested during the online application process.

• Log in to your Workday account before the job posting closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions to complete. These can be found under the “My Applications” section. You must complete these tasks or actions before the job posting closes.
• Check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
• Internal Candidates: After you have hit “submit” on your application, check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans Preference Questionnaire prior to application deadline (if you don’t complete this questionnaire your application is not complete and will not be received).

• Initial review of minimum qualifications.
• Supplemental Questions
• Panel Interview
• Hiring Interview
• Background and reference checks (Personal History Statement completed online)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Holiday Leave: You are eligible to receive 13 paid holidays per fiscal year. This includes 10 county observed holidays and 3 floating holidays.
• Paid Sick Leave: You will accrue paid sick leave at the rate of .05 hours for each County-paid hour (for a full-time/40 hours per week employee, it is approximately 104 hours per year).
• Vacation Leave: You will start accruing paid vacation leave at 4.67 hours per pay period as long as you remain in paid status and a full-time employee (approximately 112 hours per year for full-time employee).
• Paid Increases: Local 88 employees are considered for an annual step increase each year on their progression date until they reach the top of the range. They are also eligible for annual COLA increases when approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
• Deferred Compensation: All new employees in regular and limited duration Local 88 positions will be automatically enrolled in the County’s Deferred Compensation program, at the rate of one percent (1%) of their pre-tax wages, unless they choose to opt out.
• Comprehensive health and dental packages with most full-time employees paying only 5-10% of the monthly cost of the coverage, depending on plan selection and bargaining unit.
• Retirement contributions of 12% to the State's retirement system (PERS/OPSRP) and no financial contributions from the employee.
• Free TriMet pass.
• For the full list of benefits, please visit our new employee benefits page.