Cost Accounting Coordinator
Job in
Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 97527, USA
Listing for:
Josephine County
Per diem
position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Performs technical accounting work involving a complete set of transactions within one or more functional accounting areas. Analyzes financial data to develop procedural recommendations and accounting projections, and performs related duties as required. This classification is distinguished from Accounting Specialist roles by the greater complexity and/or specialization of accounting and bookkeeping work performed. Employees may be responsible for handling large sums of money and for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of work received from other departments or external sources.
Cost Accounting Coordinators are accountable for managing a full cycle of transactions within an assigned accounting function. Work is performed under general supervision and evaluated primarily on results achieved. Employees are expected to work independently and exercise sound judgment in completing assignments.
Responsibilities
Maintains fiscal records; compiles data and prepares summaries, statements, statistical information and other reports.Prepares and reconciles account balances; reports discrepancies and problems and makes necessary corrections.Assigns and enters cost accounting codes along with the County General Ledger accounts for each accounting record processed.Data entry of payroll timecards in the Department’s cost accounting system to include cost accounting of type of work, equipment used, road materials and shop inventory, repair orders, maintenance codes, projects and various types of leaves to ensure compliance with county policies and collective bargaining agreements. Reconciles Department hours entered into cost accounting system to Finance timekeeping system.Gather, file, sort, verify, and maintain financial records; receive and receipt monetary values; prepare deposits for the Treasury Department. Complete departmental credit applications for new vendor accounts and request W‑9 forms. Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal vouchers, purchase orders, P‑card transactions, and entering inventory in the Department’s cost accounting system and the County’s Accounting system.Processes all Department’s travel, following county guidelines and policies. Prepares conference/training registration and payments, calculation of per diem, hotel reservations and car rentals. Coordinates with Finance for travel requests.Ability to read and understand property legal descriptions, surveys, plat maps, and easements for creating permits. Assigns project numbers for Land Use Permits.Petty Cash custodian. Processes low-cost reimbursements for employees with supervisor’s approval. Requests AP for replenishment.Develops fiscal/accounting procedural recommendations, changes and/or projections based on independent analysis and research of data.Works directly with federal and independent auditors to explain transactions or answer questions.Reviews work from other departments or sources for accuracy and in accordance with County procedures and general accounting principles; provides technical assistance as required.Provides customer service to the public, employees, and other departments in person and by telephone through answering general inquiries, interpreting departmental policies and procedures, and handling complaints.Develops and maintains effective and cooperative working relationships with other county departments, government agencies, contractors and consultants, and the public.Explains departmental policies and procedures and governing regulations to the public, volunteers, and/or other employees.Performs all other duties as assigned.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are a representation of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Thorough knowledge of record‑keeping practices is used in the day‑to‑day maintenance of fiscal accounts. Considerable knowledge of general office principles and practices. Some knowledge of general accounting principles including double‑entry bookkeeping. Ability to perform detailed work involving numerical data;
apply general accounting principles in resolving problems and verifying accuracy of others’ work; make accurate mathematical computations using decimals, fractions and percentages; prepare detailed fiscal reports; establish priorities and organize own workload; maintain effective working relationships with other departments, employees and the public.
Education and Experience High school graduation or equivalency, preferably supplemented by additional coursework in accounting; and four years of progressively responsible experience in accounting with exposure to the application of basic accounting principles; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the above‑described duties.
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