State of Arkansas ยท 14 hours ago
ACCOUNTANT I
Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$59K/yr - $87K/yrThe State of Arkansas is dedicated to serving the community through its Department of Human Services. The Accountant I is responsible for performing professional accounting and financial tasks, including processing transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
EducationEmploymentGovernmentPublic RelationsRecreation
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
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 the Arkansas Administrative Statewide Information System
Knowledge of state processes and administrative practices and procedures regarding assets
Experience in responding to auditors inquiries and developing corrective action plans
Knowledge of Microsoft products and applications
Experience in compiling complex data and the ability to clearly communicate finding in a comprehensive report
Benefits
Pension
Maternity leave
Paid state holidays
And much more
Company
State of Arkansas
State of Arkansas is a government organization that offers child support, business, employment, education, and recreational services.
Founded in 1836
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Frank Andrews
State Chief Security Officer
Larry Walther
Director of the Department of Finance and Administration and Chief Fiscal Officer
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