Description
Oregon State Treasury is recruiting for the position of Unclaimed Property Auditor. This position helps plan and implement compliance efforts to ensure business and public entities adhere to Oregon’s administrative rules for unclaimed property and evaluates overall compliance through audits.
Job Duties Summary
Assess overall compliance with unclaimed property laws for Oregon businesses, non-profits and government agencies. Determine audit strategy to increase compliance from Oregon companies. Prepare and implement audit plans based on audit strategy and in accordance with auditing standards. Evaluate results and adjust as needed.
Review, analyze, research, and evaluate holder records to determine compliance with Oregon’s unclaimed property laws and administrative rules. Review holder internal controls and analyze the procedures used for determining dormancy periods. Identify potential assets that are outstanding and reportable.
Prepare audit reports outlining specific findings and recommendations and present to holders.
Oversee the audit process and ensure staff recorded audits in the unclaimed property system, retained appropriate documentation, received all property, and reconciled invoices with audit records.
Assess penalties and interest, set up payment plans and confirm property was remitted.
Maintain effective relationships with contract auditors. Collaborate on audits and exchange information as needed to improve holder compliance.
Stay current on nation-wide trends and approaches to unclaimed property audits that may affect Oregon holders. Research best practices, analyze policies, procedures, and processes for audits of unclaimed property, and recommend improvements. Work with the Unclaimed Property Compliance Coordinator to develop, revise and implement policy and process changes.
Provide advice and consultation to assist new and existing holders (e.g., businesses, financial institutions, government agencies, landlords, etc.) in understanding Oregon’s unclaimed property program and the compliance process. Explain and interpret statutes and rules, and work with holders at all levels to help them comply with unclaimed property laws.
Help implement training, education and outreach plans to increase reporting awareness. Participate in education events, speaking engagements, and training seminars in Oregon and at the national level. Provide input and feedback on program educational and marketing materials, brochures, newsletters and media plans to promote Oregon’s unclaimed property program and increase compliance.
Work Schedule
This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid (remote and in-office) work location schedule; in-office work will be predominately from Treasury’s Salem office. This position will work from the office one day per month, with additional days in the office, as needed.
During the initial training period, employees are expected to be in the office more frequently to support onboarding, learning, and collaboration.
Salary Range
$66,900-$102,600 annually.
Effective February 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.
Job Classification
This position is classified as an Internal Auditor 2. This position is a SEIU represented position.
Required Minimum Qualifications
5 years of experience performing professional level auditing, investigations, compliance, policy/program, or work closely related to the agency mission; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in business-related field such as business or public administration, finance, economics, computer science, accounting; or a field specific to the Agency's mission AND 2 years of experience performing professional level auditing, investigations, compliance, policy/program, or work closely related to the agency mission.
Desired Attributes
Job Specific Attributes
Experience interpreting, explaining, and applying statutes, rules, and policies.
Experience making recommendations based on analysis and interpretation of data, statute, rule, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently displaying a high degree of integrity, critical thinking, and professionalism.
Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, statistical analyses, audit standards and techniques.
Experience auditing small to medium size businesses for compliance with statute, rule, and policies.
Experience maintaining confidentiality of records and sensitive information.
Core Attributes
Respect – Treats all individuals fairly and respectfully; works effectively with others; fosters an environment where opportunities to thrive are available to all; respects different values and viewpoints.
Teamwork – Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner, recognizes the worth of others, and places the good of the team ahead of personal objectives.
Flexibility – Demonstrates willingness to change to meet organizational needs, professionally handles discomfort with a changing work environment, and remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication – Effectively articulates and exchanges information with internal and external stakeholders. Is prompt in responding to questions and inquiries.
Initiative – Takes appropriate action without waiting for explicit instructions, generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
Critical Thinking – Identifies and weighs options, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, plans for potential problems, takes calculated risks, and recognizes impact of solutions.
Time Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively across various competing tasks, demonstrating focus and adaptability, arriving on time for meetings, and meeting deadlines.
Attention to Detail – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing tasks.
How to Apply
You are required to upload your resume and a cover letter addressing your experience in the following areas:
Describe the most complex audit you worked on, what made it complex, and what your role was.
Describe your experience handling multiple audits at the same time and highlight your ability to keep them on track and on budget.
Describe your approach to resolving conflicting interpretation of compliance standards between you and the auditee. Please provide examples.
We will accept applications through the job announcement closing date, however, we may close this recruitment early, if we receive a well-qualified applicant pool. If interested, please apply early.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Low employee premium share for medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life (1% or 5% employee share);
Robust paid leave package, such as vacation, personal business, holidays, sick leave, and floating day of leave;
PERS retirement benefits;
Support with training and development;
Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF);
Optional benefits include optional life, short & long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, Oregon Savings Growth Plan (deferred compensation plan), flexible spending accounts, long term care insurance, employee assistance program, and more!
About Oregon State Treasury
Oregon State Treasury is focused on improving the financial well-being of all Oregonians. We provide low-cost programs for governments, and empower Oregonians to invest in themselves and their loved ones for a more secure future.
We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We value and
support the collective differences in who we are and celebrate the fact that everyone comes to the table as their own unique individual. We believe this commitment empowers our success and makes Oregon State Treasury an excellent place to work. As Treasury employees, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes this a safe environment for us to ask questions, learn, and grow, and helps us to better serve Oregonians.
Our Values and Principles
INTEGRITY---INNOVATION---DIVERSITY---TRUST---PROFESSIONALISM---ACCESSIBILITY
Please visit the following webpage to learn more about Oregon State Treasury: https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Pages/index.aspx
Special Information
Prospective employees are subject to an extensive background check that may include, but not be limited to, validation of all application materials, prior employment, and professional references, driving records and fingerprint-based state and federal criminal and civil records. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
OST does not offer visa sponsorships, and within three days of hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
Oregon state government provides preference in employment to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, as well as current and former servicemembers of the Oregon National Guard, in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. To receive preference you must attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
OST is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Oregon State Treasury will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call Oregon State Treasury at 503-378-4000 and request to be connected to Human Resources.
Requirements
Required Minimum Qualifications
5 years of experience performing professional level auditing, investigations, compliance, policy/program, or work closely related to the agency mission; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in business-related field such as business or public administration, finance, economics, computer science, accounting; or a field specific to the Agency's mission AND 2 years of experience performing professional level auditing, investigations, compliance, policy/program, or work closely related to the agency mission.
Desired Attributes
Job Specific Attributes
Experience interpreting, explaining, and applying statutes, rules, and policies.
Experience making recommendations based on analysis and interpretation of data, statute, rule, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently displaying a high degree of integrity, critical thinking, and professionalism.
Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, statistical analyses, audit standards and techniques.
Experience auditing small to medium size businesses for compliance with statute, rule, and policies.
Experience maintaining confidentiality of records and sensitive information.
Core Attributes
Respect – Treats all individuals fairly and respectfully; works effectively with others; fosters an environment where opportunities to thrive are available to all; respects different values and viewpoints.
Teamwork – Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner, recognizes the worth of others, and places the good of the team ahead of personal objectives.
Flexibility – Demonstrates willingness to change to meet organizational needs, professionally handles discomfort with a changing work environment, and remains calm in stressful situations.
Communication – Effectively articulates and exchanges information with internal and external stakeholders. Is prompt in responding to questions and inquiries.
Initiative – Takes appropriate action without waiting for explicit instructions, generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
Critical Thinking – Identifies and weighs options, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, plans for potential problems, takes calculated risks, and recognizes impact of solutions.
Time Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively across various competing tasks, demonstrating focus and adaptability, arriving on time for meetings, and meeting deadlines.
Attention to Detail – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing tasks.