Accountant III

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

12d • $52,337 - $57,208 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Military Department is a state agency responsible for the administration of the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard to ensure units and personnel are readily available when called to support the state and nation. It’s a unique state and federal relationship accomplished through various Cooperative Agreements with the National Guard Bureau. This accounting position is an integral part of that process assigned to the Comptroller Division working closely with the accounting staff and members of the federal programs. The Military Department prides itself on customer service and the ability to work together as a team.

Requirements

• Oklahoma Peoplesoft Financials
• Bookkeeping practices and standards
• Modern office methods and procedures, including computer technology related to accounting.
• Review and analyze financial information
• Work as a team member or when necessary, work independently with limited instruction/supervision
• Communicate effectively with staff and customers
• Strong computer skills specifically with Microsoft Excel
• Professional and courteous customer service
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related business field plus 3 years of experience in performing professional accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Contingent on a favorable background check
• Contingent on a favorable pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• T1 Security Clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens).
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Review and process all agency invoices for payment, not including utilities; reconcile various financial reports and other data concerning fiscal operations.
• Coordinate closely with the accounting supervisor on the status of funds.
• Work with the asset manager to ensure equipment is coded correctly in PeopleSoft prior to processing an invoice.
• Process utility invoices/payments
• Scan and maintain files of source documents and other information related to accounting.
• Assist with processing incoming mail, prepare warrants for distribution, and handle bank deposits.
• Process and audit individual purchase card transactions in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Process the monthly P-Card voucher for the agency.
• Make travel reservations and process travel vouchers for assigned personnel.
• Participate in state and federal audits as required.
• Represent the agency at public and private sector meetings in a professional and courteous manner.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans
• 11 holidays
• A minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year
• A benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents

What This Job Offers

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