Intermediate Accountant - Grants

Job Description:

Intermediate Accountant - Grants

Description

You will be joining a Department committed to maintaining a culture of teamwork and delivering excellent service to the citizens of Missouri. The Division of Administrative Services Accounting Unit is a multi-faceted unit that provides growth and opportunities for development. Normal work hours are 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, however, a flexible schedule may be available.

This position will be located at the Roberts Office Building 1706 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO 65102.

The base salary offered for this position ranges from $54,480.00 - $64,560.00, commensurate with education and experience. If the selected candidate is eligible for a pay differential, such as retention pay, the total salary may exceed what is listed in this posting.

• This position will work with federal grants and federal pass-through grants.
• Review federal grants applications.
• Review federal grant financial reporting.
• Missouri Accountability Portal reporting.
• Schedule of expenditures of federal awards.
• Liaison for the Single Statewide Audit.
• Oversee and provide guidance to grant coordinators, including generalized training and coaching and specific training for the Uniform Grants Guidance.
• Complete tasks and reports with accuracy in a timely manner.
• Work on assigned tasks related to the new State of Missouri Accounting system.
• Provide ad hoc queries and reports on demand.
• Participate in cross-training within the Accounting Unit.
• Other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills :

• Principles of Accounting: Possess knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, standards, and practices.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to investigate, interpret, and analyze data and exercise sound judgement in arriving at conclusions.
• Communication: Express information effectively, using clear and convincing oral and written presentations; and respond appropriately.
• Self-Management: Possess a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; and has the ability to stay organized.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Technical Skills: Experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and the ability to interpret Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Qualifications (Equivalent to those typically gained by):

• Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience.

Education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience. Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

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 .

hrmail@dmh.mo.gov

Salary:

$54,480.00-$64,560.00 per Year