Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity.
Accountant III$6,001.61 to $7,295.00 PER MONTHour mission…
Neighbor to neighbor, serving Clatsop County with integrity, honesty and respect.
ABOUT CLATSOP COUNTYToday Clatsop County is one of nine Home Rule counties in Oregon. Five non-partisan elected Commissioners set policy and appoint a full-time County Manager, who is responsible for daily operations. County services are provided through multiple divisions: County Administration (County Manager), Assessment and Taxation, Budget and Finance, County Clerk, Health and Human Services, Public Works, District Attorney Office, and Sheriff’s Offices. The county also administers a road district, a rural law enforcement district, and a local sewer district. The Facilities Department reports to the county administration division.
the positionUnder supervision of the Budget & Finance Director, this position is to provide professional-level accounting and financial support within the countywide Budget & Finance department, ensuring accurate cost allocation, financial reporting, budget control, and effective management of financial information systems, while minimally supporting divisional accountants as needed to maintain consistency and alignment with countywide financial objectives.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- A four-year degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. AND
- Three (3) years of experience in a professional environment performing similar duties. OR,
- Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acceptable.
- Experience in local government accounting including applying Oregon budget laws in a professional setting.
- Experience performing financial audits, reconciliations, and analyzing financial data, and preparing financial reports, statements, and fiscal projections.
- Experience developing, monitoring, reconciling and analyzing budgets, including reconciling budget-to-actual expenditures or revenues.
- Demonstrated experience preparing written financial information and communicating financial information to others effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel and/or similar software applications for reporting, analysis and record keeping as indicated by previous job responsibilities or certifications.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Clatsop County is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.
This posting closes November 15, 2026. Apply here.
For more information, applicants should review the detailed job description for information on essential functions and requirements.
our benefitsWe offer comprehensive benefits include: medical & vision, dental, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), 457(b) savings, vacation, sick leave, holidays, employer paid life insurance, group additional life, and AD&D.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONPer the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.
Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam, and pre-employment drug screen and must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
Clatsop County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Clatsop County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all
employees in all matters of employment (such as hiring, promotion, transfer, training, layoff, compensation,
fringe benefits and termination) regardless of ethnicity/race, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Skills Required
- Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- Three years of professional experience performing similar accounting and financial duties
- Equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may be accepted
- Experience in local government accounting and applying Oregon budget laws
- Experience with financial audits, reconciliations, financial data analysis, financial reports, statements, and fiscal projections
- Experience developing, monitoring, reconciling, and analyzing budgets, including budget-to-actual comparisons
- Ability to prepare written financial information and communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Experience using Microsoft Excel or similar software for reporting, analysis, and record keeping
What We Do
Clatsop County is a local government serving Oregon’s northwest corner, bounded by the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean. Its mission is to serve residents neighbor to neighbor with integrity, honesty and respect. Five elected commissioners set policy, while a full-time county manager oversees daily operations across county administration, public health, public works, taxation, justice, community development, and related public services for residents.
