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State of Arkansas ยท 3 days ago

ACCOUNTANT I

positionLittle Rock, AR
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$59K/yr - $87K/yr

The State of Arkansas is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for agriculture and forestry. The Accountant I is responsible for performing professional accounting and financial tasks, including processing financial transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with state regulations.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain financial records, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all transactions
Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts in accordance with state regulations and policies
Reconcile accounts, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner
Prepare journal entries and ensure all entries are properly documented and in compliance with state accounting standards
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation

Qualification

Governmental accounting principlesFinancial reportingAccounting software proficiencyBudgeting processesState financial regulationsLoan servicing experienceComplex assignment completionPresentation skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Familiarity with governmental accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting processes
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel) and standard office applications
Skilled in preparing and presenting financial statements, budgets, and reports
Understanding of state and federal financial regulations and accounting standards

Preferred

Knowledge of federal grant management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and fiscal control practices
Loan servicing experience
Ability to complete complex assignments on tight deadlines
Experience with state budgetary and accounting practices and procedures

Company

State of Arkansas

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State of Arkansas is a government organization that offers child support, business, employment, education, and recreational services.
dateFounded in 1836
location
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://portal.arkansas.gov/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Frank Andrews
State Chief Security Officer
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Larry Walther
Director of the Department of Finance and Administration and Chief Fiscal Officer
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