Maintenance Operations Financial Analyst I - CPPWPrint ( Operations Financial Analyst I - CPPWSalary$83,220.80 - $118,768.00 AnnuallyLocationOR, ORJob TypeRegularJob Number2024-01047BureauPortland Bureau of TransportationOpening Date10/14/2024Closing Date10/28/2024 11:59 PM PacificDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsThe PositionJob Appointment: Full-TimeWork Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6am-2:30 pm. An alternate schedule may be available. Limited availability to work remotely. Remote work must be performed in Oregon or Washington.Work Location: 2929 North Kerby Avenue , Portland, OR 97204-1912Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.Union Representation: City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements ( page .Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.POSITION SUMMARYThis Financial Analyst I - CPPW position will perform financial analysis and accounting-related functions working closely with staff, the Accounting and Procurement teams, and external customers at PBOT’s Maintenance Operations facility. The position requires a significant emphasis on internal and external customer service assisting with financial analysis and reporting, budget and financial tracking support, transactional support applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), FEMA/grant support and a variety of other regular, recurring and on-going finance/accounting and financial controls responsibilities.What you’ll get to do:Advise and make recommendations to operations staff on budget and accounting policies, administrative rules, cost accounting specifications, and procurement.Finance representative for Weather Response EventsReview and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for compliance with City administrative rules, accounting principles, cost accounting specifications, and contract terms.Review and process interagency and intergovernmental billing transactions for compliance.Manage account set up to track specific activities and maintain budget/cost accounting codes.Review and process financial transactions for closing ledgers at month end and fiscal year end.Prepare journal entries and audit schedules as needed.Who you are:Finance and Accounting professional: You have knowledge of public sector finance and accounting principles, methods, and techniques. You have experience applying your knowledge and utilizing a variety of database and ERP software systems.Detail Oriented: You have a keen sense of detail and understand the importance of details within this work.Solutions-oriented Communicator: A person who builds trust and strong relationships through professional, transparent, and clear communications to a diverse group of stakeholders to create, implement, and document solutions.Results Driven: A person who is able to work effectively and efficiently in a high-paced, dynamic environment.Collaborative: An authentic professional who has interpersonal skills, values partnerships, and develops and supports relationships to get things done.Although not required, you may have:Experience with SAP or other large ERP systemsExperience with IBM Maximo softwareABOUT THE DIVISION AND BUREAUThe Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) Financial Controls division provides support to the bureau so that transportation services can be effectively and efficiently delivered to residents of Portland. Specifically, Financial Controls directs purchasing of goods and services, oversees PBOT’s extensive grants program, and facilitates bureau-wide compliance with the City’s accounting policies and procedures. We are looking for a highly motivated Financial Analyst I to provide oversight of finance and accounting functions associated with PBOT’s Maintenance Operations facility.Questions?Anna Morgan, Senior RecruiterBureau of Human QualifyApplicants must meet each of the following minimum qualifications. Describe in their responses to the supplemental questions and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:Knowledge and experience applying financial analysis techniques.Knowledge and experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for governments.Knowledge and experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial systems and asset management platforms including understanding the transactional effects and impact on the general ledger and other system modules.Skill using software technology, especially Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office products for effective and efficient communication and preparing applicable financial reports.Ability to collaborate and communicate orally and in writing to all business partners.Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:SAP Systems ExperienceIBM Maximo ExperienceThe Recruitment ProcessSTEP 1: Apply online between October 14 and October 28, 2024Required Application Materials:ResumeAnswer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)Optional Application Materials:If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment.Application Tips:Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law ( your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.Do not attach any additional documents.Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of October 28, 2024An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 ( for complete information.Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of November 4 , 2024Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBDHiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBDStep 6: Start Date:A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.Additional InformationClick here ( for additional information regarding the following:City of Portland Core ValuesRecruitment Process - Work StatusEqual Employment OpportunityVeteran PreferenceADA, Pregnancy, and Religious AccommodationsAn Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerA Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited toHealth Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)Carrot FertilityWellness BenefitsLife InsuranceLong-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.Employee Assistance PlanFlexible Spending AccountsRetirementOregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employerFamily Medical LeaveCity Paid Parental LeaveAND SO MANY MORE!Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers ( .01Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.Have you read and understood all the information listed above?YesNo - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.02Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)03The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.04Do you have knowledge and experience applying financial analysis techniques?YesNo05Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge and experience applying financial analysis techniques.In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).The impact and/or results of your of experience.Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.06Do you have knowledge and experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for governments?YesNo07Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge and experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for governments.In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification Such as:Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).The impact and/or results of your of experience.Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.08Do you have knowledge and experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial systems and asset management platforms including understanding the transactional effects and impact on the general ledger and other system modules?YesNo09Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge and experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial systems and asset management platforms including understanding the transactional effects and impact on the general ledger and other system modules.In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).The impact and/or results of your of experience.Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.10Do you have skill using software technology, especially Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office products for effective and efficient communication and preparing applicable financial reports?YesNo11Provide a detailed example(s) of your skill using software technology, especially Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office products for effective and efficient communication and preparing applicable financial reports.In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).The impact and/or results of your of experience.Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.12Do you have the ability to collaborate and communicate orally and in writing to all business partners?YesNo13Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to collaborate and communicate orally and in writing to all business partners.In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).The impact and/or results of your of experience.Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.14Please note the following question will not be considered during minimum qualification review. The information provided will be reviewed after the eligible list is created.Although not required, please provide information for any of the following preferred qualifications:SAP experienceIBM Maximo experience(Enter N/A if you do not have relevant experience)Required QuestionAgencyCity of PortlandAddress1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204Website verify your email address Verify Email