Accountant/Auditor 1

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Division of Administrative Services is seeking an entry-level Accountant/Auditor 1 to begin a career in government accounting. Under supervision, you will train in monthly review, validation, and authorization of fund distributions to sub-grantees while learning rigorous standards.

The role requires organization, strong communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing to undergo a comprehensive criminal history records check.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly review, validation, and authorization of fund distributions to sub-grantees.
• Learn and perform training on government accounting practices and grant management.
• Collaborate with program specialists to resolve any issues or deficiencies and ensure data confidentiality.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelors degree with 24 accounting hours

Public Accountant certification (WV)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Job description

The West Virginia Division of Administrative Services is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as an Accountant/Auditor 1. This is a training-level position designed for those starting their career in government accounting. Under direct supervision, you will participate in both formal and on-the-job training to learn how to manage federal and state grants. Your core focus will be training and learning the monthly review, validation, and authorization of fund distributions to sub-grantees, ensuring all transactions meet rigorous standards. To ensure seamless operations, the incumbent will frequently collaborate with criminal justice program specialists to proactively resolve any issues or deficiencies.

We are looking for a motivated individual with a basic understanding of accounting and auditing principles. Since this is an entry-level role in a fast-paced office, you should be well-organized and ready to learn how to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Good communication skills are essential for success as you will work closely with our team and sub-grantees.

This role involves highly sensitive data, the administrator must exercise strict confidentiality regarding sub-grantee grant information and any associated personally identifiable information (PII). Technical proficiency is a key component of the daily workflow. The candidate must be skilled in using Microsoft Office and Google applications to manage administrative tasks.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and will be subject to a comprehensive criminal history records check. We will complete an extensive inquiry into job-related information to determine suitability for the position. This may include, but is not limited to, reviews of criminal records, driving records, past employment history, and education and training credentials. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or the subsequent discovery of disqualifying information will result in immediate denial of employment, regardless of when that information is discovered.

Training:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.

OR

Substitution:

Certification or registration as a Public Accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the training.

NOTE:

At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying training or certification. The qualifying training or certification must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.

*Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.