Accountant 1

Accounting Office, State; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Accounting Office in Georgia is seeking an Accountant 1 to support statewide accounting and financial reporting. Under supervision, you will analyze financial data, record transactions, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports for management and auditors.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in accounting. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, budget-to-actual analyses, and maintaining accurate accounting records within a public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• GAAP and federal/state guidelines govern accounting practices.
• Develops periodic reports comparing budgeted vs actual costs.
• Maintains tables of accounts and document control.
• Supports auditors and addresses routine accounting questions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.
• Record financial transactions and reconcile accounting records.
• Prepare standard accounting reports and statements.
• Assist in data compilation and budget comparisons.
• Provide liaison support to auditors and reviewers.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Accountant 1 Agency: State Accounting Office Job Requisition ID: JR0000006364 Shift: Day (United States of America).

Compensation Details: SALARY RANGE: $35,618.70 - $46,245.72

Job Description: The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers. Under supervision, analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to document or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss or other financial activities within an agency. Records financial transactions, reconciles accounting records and prepares reports.

Important Notes: Candidates interested in employment with the SAO must: Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicable Upon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; and Have current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa category Accountant 1 – FIP020 Pay Grade: H Salary Range: $35,618.70 - $46,245.72

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• GAAP, state or federal fiscal guidelines, and agency policies apply to establish tables/records of accounts or financial transactions, review financial data, and assign entries or apply accounting control measures to proper accounts
• Develops, maintains and prepares periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs
• Establishes tables of accounts, and assigns entries to proper accounts
• Maintains records, files and documentation related to accounting processes
• Participates in the compilation of data and prepares standard accounting reports
• Prepares, examines, reconciles, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, budget records, and other documentation to assess their accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
• Provides support to auditors and other reviewers, and identifies and corrects any problems revealed in reviews or audits
• Serves as liaison in responding to inquiries to solve routine accounting problems

GA@WORK Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Responsibility: Data Governance Level of Accountability: Contributor· Security Risk Level: Medium· Training & Support:· Integration w/ Standard Duties:· Role-Specific Additions:

The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The State Accounting Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.