ACCOUNTANT II

State of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

9d•$64,570 - $95,564

About The Position

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 2 years of accounting experience.
In-depth understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, especially in a governmental setting.
Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial statements, budget reports, and financial summaries.
Skilled in performing account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues.
Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and regulations, ensuring compliance in all financial processes.
Advanced knowledge of accounting software (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools).

Nice To Haves

Experience with facility finance management
Experience with federal grant reporting
Experience with financial reconciliation
Experience with State budgeting
Experience with State procurement processes
Experience with State invoicing processes
Experience with SAP/AASIS
Experience with funds management
Experience with Microsoft Office
Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare, analyze, and maintain financial records, including accounts, ledgers, and supporting documentation.
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with applicable government regulations and policies.
Reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner.
Prepare and review journal entries to ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
Ensure all accounting practices comply with applicable state and federal regulations, as well as internal policies.
Prepare audit schedules and provide necessary documentation to internal and external auditors.
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely payment processing.