ACCOUNTANT I

State of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

1d • $58,700 - $86,876

About The Position

The Accountant I supports the daily financial operations of the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. Under the guidance of senior accounting managers and staff, the role prepares reports, processes financial transactions, and helps ensure compliance with state financial regulations and policies. The employee works under supervisory direction while building accounting knowledge, system skills, and professional competence. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university. Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee automatic progression within the job series; promotion is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management based on demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Proficiency with accounting and financial software, such as SAP or QuickBooks, and standard Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and OneDrive.
• Ability to accurately process financial data and maintain detailed records.
• Ability to learn and apply accounting principles, procedures, and systems through on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update financial records by accurately processing and documenting accounting transactions in accordance with state policies and accounting standards.
• Assist with preparing financial reports, budget materials, journal entries, and forecasts by compiling data and performing basic analyses.
• Reconcile assigned accounts, research discrepancies, and coordinate with supervisory staff to resolve them in a timely manner.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in compliance with established procedures and internal controls.
• Work under supervisory direction while developing accounting knowledge, system skills, and professional competence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level