Accountant III

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Water Resources Board is a state agency responsible for overseeing the complex mission of managing, monitoring, planning for and financing the state's water resources and infrastructure towards reliable future supplies that support strong communities, commerce, and the environment. The agency is seeking a full-time Accountant to join our family of professionals in delivering exceptional services and expertise to Oklahomans. This position is within the Administrative Services Division, Accounting/Procurement Section, located in Oklahoma City, OK. A 12-month trial period is in effect. Travel for training and conference attendance may be required, occasionally involving extended days or overnight stays.

Requirements

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories.
• Knowledge of financial statements and reports.
• Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals.
• Knowledge of computer technology related to accounting systems.
• Knowledge of payroll systems.
• Knowledge of budget preparation.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards.
• Ability to prepare basic financial statements and reports.
• Ability to review and analyze financial information.
• Ability to maintain routine accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals.
• Ability to review revenue and cost data for the preparation of budget work programs.
• Ability to perform highly independent work.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to resolve complex accounting and financial problems.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or a closely related field plus three years of experience in performing professional accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of bookkeeping for each year of the required degree.

Responsibilities

• Manages daily deposits, records accounting entries for collected funds, and maintains accurate financial records to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Reviews unclaimed deposit lists from the State Treasury, verifies account draws, and ensures recovered funds are deposited and recorded to secure agency revenues.
• Assists with requisitions, purchase orders, and tracking change orders to support facility operations.
• Performs administrative duties, prepares reports, and supports operational efficiency and compliance.
• Other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Benefit Allowance: Up to $21,934 to help cover insurance premiums for employees and their families.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: A variety of options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Savings Plans: Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: Employer matches 6% of a minimum 4.5% employee contribution (up to 7% if the employee contributes 7%). OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: Available for reenrollment to employees enrolled prior to November 1, 2015.
• Paid Leave: 15 days annually during the first 1–5 years of service. Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.
• Holidays: Eleven paid holidays annually.
• Employee Discounts: Special rates with various vendors and companies.
• Longevity Payment: Monetary rewards beginning at two years of service to recognize dedicated tenure.
• Thrive: Empower Oklahoma State employees to improve & enhance their well-being.

What This Job Offers

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