Staff Accountant

Reporting to the Controller and serving as a key member of OMEP’s finance and administrative team, the Staff Accountant works full time to assist the Finance department with a variety of professional accounting duties. The position requires knowledge of basic accounting, office administration contract management, and grants compliance is a plus. The Staff Accountant must be highly organized, attentive to detail and accuracy, and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. This position requires excellent computer skills, self‑initiation and self‑direction, time management skills, and a demonstrated passion for OMEP’s mission. Key Responsibilities General Accounting Support Assist with recording financial transactions in the general ledger in accordance with GAAP Help prepare and post journal entries under supervision Support month‑end and year‑end close activities Maintain organized and accurate financial records Grant & Fund Accounting Support Assist with tracking grant revenues and expenses by funding source and program Help ensure expenses are coded correctly and supported by required documentation Support preparation of basic grant financial reports and reimbursement requests Monitor grant budgets and flag potential issues to senior accounting staff Accounts Payable & Receivable Process vendor invoices and expense reimbursements Assist with accounts receivable, including grant billings and deposits Help reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts Payroll & Benefits Maintain employee data Ensure leave and project hours have been recorded accurately and timely Ensure that staff are paid on time and accurately Assist with monthly payroll allocation to general ledger Ensure benefit providers are paid timely Ensure employee deductions are accurate Reporting & Administrative Support Prepare basic financial reports and schedules Assist with audit preparation and information requests Support data entry and spreadsheet maintenance Learning & Collaboration Work closely with senior accounting staff to learn non‑profit and grant accounting practices Collaborate with program staff to understand funding requirements Participate in improving accounting processes and internal controls Driven by Continuous Improvement Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field 1‑3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience Basic understanding of accounting principles Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Basic Excel skills and comfort working with spreadsheets Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines Preferred (But Not Required) Internship or coursework related to non‑profit accounting or grants Familiarity with accounting software (Salesforce and Accounting Seed) Interest in mission‑driven or community‑based work Why This Role? Hands‑on training and mentorship Exposure to grant and non‑profit accounting Opportunity for growth within the finance team Great team to collaborate with Compensation & Benefits Annual Salary $65,000‑$75,000 Incentive plan based on performance metrics Substantial health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance HSA and FSA account options 6% employer match on 401k Paid holidays and generous vacation and sick time Company‑funded standard home office setup Hybrid environment with 1‑2 days per week in office About OMEP Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation in 2001, the Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) provides high performance business and technical assistance to Oregon’s small to mid‑sized manufacturers. OMEP is an integral part of Oregon’s statewide manufacturing strategy, as it seeks to transform the factory floor and beyond to create a ripple effect of positive sustainable impact on businesses, the workforce, and the community. OMEP can bring integrated and standardized services and training to the manufacturing community that benefit from industry driven best processes and practices. Partnering with the Oregon Business Development Department, as well as other economic development organizations across the state, OMEP brings its expertise to a wide variety of Oregon manufacturing companies, with services tailored to meet each company’s most critical needs. Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) is a resource area of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). For more information about OMEP, see http://www.omep.org. NOTE: OMEP is an equal opportunity employer. Nothing in the job description guarantees employment and/or restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr