Accounting Specialist II

Accounting Specialist II

Full-Time Classified

This position is open until filled.

The Accounting Specialist II is responsible for managing the full functionality of student accounts operations. This position ensures accurate and timely processing of financial aid disbursements, refunds, scholarships, finance holds, reconciliations, and reporting.

This role performs a broad scope of accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliation, financial data interpretation, and account analysis. The position works independently under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer and collaborates across departments to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

At Umpqua Community College, we are more than a workplace — we are a cornerstone of opportunity in Southern Oregon. We're committed to expanding access to higher education and strengthening workforce pathways in Douglas County. Our programs continue to grow in response to industry needs, and our employees play a direct role in shaping that progress.

Umpqua Community College is located in beautiful Southern Oregon between the mountains of the Cascade Range to the east and the Coastal Range to the west. Hiking, biking, camping and skiing are a short car ride away and the town is surrounded on all sides by the amazing Umpqua River for fishing and water sports. The area is also home to over 40 wineries and many breweries with a bustling downtown.

Roseburg has everything you’d want from a small town and has easy access to the bigger cities of Portland and Eugene by jumping on I‑5. Roseburg has live‑ability, a friendly feel, and is ready to be home to your next career and family adventure.

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training and progressively responsible experience in accounting, bookkeeping, student accounts, finance services, or related work.

• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of community college accounting procedures and fiscal procedures; principles of data processing.
• Ability to learn and interpret laws, rules, and regulations affecting college accounting and fiscal operations; and to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws governing college fiscal policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Federal financial aid regulations for the disbursement and return of funds, FERPA, Red Flag Rules and other regulations relating to student accounts.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve technical accounting issues.
• Experience with Banner Finance or similar integrated financial system.
• Ability to perform internal audits.

Umpqua Community College provides employment preference to qualified veterans in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; and OAR 105‑040‑0010 and 105‑040‑0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

• Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Released or Discharged from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or
• Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs including receipt of a non‑service connected pension. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans Disability Preference Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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UCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti‑discrimination laws.

Employment with Umpqua Community College is contingent upon background check approval.