Open Positions

Payroll Specialist

The Foundation currently has an opening for a Payroll Specialist. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, this individual will be responsible for accurately processing the foundation's monthly payroll and associated benefit payments, and recording all transactions in the general ledger. They will be expected to apply the principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare reports. Duties include: accurately processing the foundation's payroll, reviewing and reconciling payroll-related accounts in the general ledger and on financial reports, providing payroll and benefit information for preparation of Forms 5500 and 990, and other projects as assigned by the Accounting Manager.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required (unless preferred is noted):

• Working knowledge of payroll laws and regulations (IRS, State of Oregon, Bureau of Labor and Industries)
• Working knowledge of employee benefit plans
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint; advanced skills preferred
• Experience working with automated accounting databases
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial statements and reports
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines required
• High attention to detail; high standard of accuracy
• Full cycle accounting experience, including balance sheet and income statement account reconciliation
• Experience working in accounting environments with high standards of internal control, audit trail, and best practices
• Experience working in an accounting environment that is constantly being audited (financial audit, internal audit, employee audit)
• Ability to prepare reports using report writing software, such as ADP Crystal/Custom Reports
• Ability to work independently, yet able to coordinate well with others
• Meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three years experience in general accounting
• Five years experience processing payroll using payroll software preferred, preferably ADP Workforce Now
• Five years experience processing and reconciling employee benefit plans preferred

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced office environment with frequent interruptions of work flow
• Occasional hours outside of normal work hours for meetings, programs, or meeting deadlines
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Please apply online for this opportunity.

Director of Development, Casey Eye Institute

The Foundation currently has an opening for a Director of Development to support the Casey Eye Institute. The primary purpose of this position is to raise significant levels of philanthropic support for Oregon Health & Science University through the OHSU Foundation in support of assigned programs and projects- primarily the Casey Eye Institute. The director of development represents the university to donors, potential donors and alumni. In addition, the director of development works closely with administrative and academic leaders at OHSU and OHSU Foundation to develop and implement approved philanthropic funding goals and objectives involving clinical services, hospital operations, research, teaching and community education.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (unless preferred is noted): 

• Ability to understand and effectively manage complex issues related to medical education and research in a multi-tiered, academic medical institution.
  
• Comprehensive understanding of financial reports used by the foundation and university.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with many different constituencies; especially physicians, academic community, trustees, business leaders and volunteers.
  
• Solutions-driven with an ability to anticipate potential problems.
  
• Be entrepreneurial in nature; creative, self-starting and oriented toward action and results.
  
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  
• Possess strong attention to detail.
  
• Ability to organize time effectively, establish priorities and manage a large number of tasks simultaneously.
  
• Possess sound judgment, strong work ethic, and a deep commitment to excellence, and high professional standards and integrity.
  
• Commitment to collaborative engagement with OHSUF staff and OHSU faculty.
  

 Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in related field, such as liberal arts, marketing or a scientific field.
  
• Five years or more previous fundraising experience, especially in major and planned gifts.
  
• Proven knowledge of all aspects of development including major gifts, planned gifts, campaigns, annual giving, direct marketing, and volunteer management.
  
• Must be proficient in many computer programs, including office suite applications, and development-specific applications.
  
• Experience in health care/education is a plus.
  

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced, demanding work environment requiring an ability to deal effectively with multiple priorities under pressure and maintain focus on achievement of established financial goals.
  
• Travel is a requirement of this position, as well as some night time and evening work.
  

System Administrator

The Foundation currently has an opening for a System Administrator (SA). The System Administrator is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. This individual participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. This individual ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values, enabling staff, and support the mission of the foundation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (unless preferred is noted):

• Excellent customer service skills.Experience installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting Windows XP and 7, Win-based software (including the Office suite), and peripherals.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with network protocols in the Ethernet environment (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, etc), Active Directory and Group policy as it pertains to desktop support.Experience in the installation and administration of database servers (Oracle, SLQ Server 2005/2008) in a Windows environment.
• NAS storage administration skills and virtualization skills.
• Skills to troubleshoot Windows desktop and network hardware problems, as well as repair and/or consult vendor support personnel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to accomplish the department's goals.
• Ability to accomplish work goals with only general supervision/guidance.
• Skills to solve problems and implement solutions at times without the input of the IT Director or other staff.
• Ability to learn new applications quickly and independently.Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
• Excellent diplomacy and interpersonal skills to work with a wide variety of users with different computing abilities; to listen to user problems and needs and provide appropriate information and technical assistance in areas of microcomputer hardware and software support.
• Skills to effectively address and clarify issues in an honest and diplomatic, yet assertive manner.Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to analyze computer-related problems in the context of daily facility operations and develop and implement permanent or temporary solutions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• MCSA, IT Certifications or equivalent experience demonstrating advanced knowledge of server, network, and security technology.
• 2 or more years of hands-on experience with technical work in a data center environment.

Please apply online for this opportunity.