Accountant

Job Description:

Accountant

Description

Accountant

LOCATION: Missouri Division of Tourism, Jefferson City, MO

Department of Economic Development

ANNUAL SALARY: $58,000.00 - $64,000.00 (based upon credentials)

• Perform accounting functions relating to accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory and fund accountability ensuring regulatory compliance and appropriateness of financial transactions; prepare/review supporting documentation and explain accounting events in conformance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

• Apply and interpret conceptual accounting principles in the preparation and analysis of monthly and year-to-date expenditures and determine the appropriateness of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and agency specific, state, or federal requirements.

• Work within State of Missouri systems, including but not limited to Missouri Buys/MOVERS and SAM II.

• Prepare the monthly commission budget on an accrual and cash basis .

• Prepare and review financial information requested by internal, state, and federal auditors; respond to audits and corrective action plans and monitor progress.

• Maintain the contractor database to ensure proper payments are made.

• Identify and investigate financial discrepancies/issues; advise management of solutions and potential impact.

• Exercise considerable independence, judgment, and initiative in the performance of assignments within established policies and procedures; receive general administrative direction.

• Perform other related work as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 24 earned credit hours in accounting and three or more years of professional experience in business or governmental accounting.

• Two (2) or more years of applicable accounting experience

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Competencies

• Intermediate knowledge of GAAP and methods, and the ability to apply and adapt established methods to varied accounting problems.

• Intermediate knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing the expenditure and reporting of state and federal funds.

• Knowledge of financial management, accounting and auditing principles and procedures.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of public and Department staff.

• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments without close supervision.

• Ability to prepare complete and concise reports.

• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply statutes, regulations and agency policies.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers, vendors, destination marketing organizations, commission members and the general public.

• Ability to learn (if no prior experience with) State of Missouri systems including Missouri Buys/MOVERS and SAM II.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

• Ability to demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Salary:

$58,000-$64,000 per Year