Accountant/Auditor 3 - DHS - Division of Administrative Services - Kanawha Co.

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking an Accountant/Auditor 3 for the Division of Administrative Services. This role involves managing financial administration of grants, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with specialists. Candidates should have a degree in accounting and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in accounting required.
• Two years of professional accounting or auditing experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial administration of federal and state grants.
• Review, validate, and authorize fund distributions to sub-grantees.
• Collaborate with specialists to resolve issues.

Skills

Governmental Accounting

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

WV Oasis

Job description

Accountant/Auditor 3 - DHS - Division of Administrative Services - Kanawha Co.

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Job Overview

Under general supervision, at the full-performance level, this position primarily manages the financial administration of federal and state grants for the Division of Administrative Services, Justice and Community Services. Responsibilities include reviewing, validating, and authorizing fund distributions to sub-grantees, collaborating with criminal justice specialists to resolve issues, acting as backup for grant fund transactions, and training new staff. Essential skills include governmental accounting, communication, confidentiality, and proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google applications and WV Oasis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in accounting from an accredited institution.
• Two years of professional accounting, statutory accounting, or auditing experience.
• Alternatively, a Master's degree in accounting or certification as a Public Accountant in West Virginia can substitute for experience.

Additional Information

Candidate must pass a criminal history check, possess a valid driver’s license, and provide verified education credentials. Applications should be complete, including detailed work history and all required documentation.

Application Process

Click the APPLY link to submit your application online. Attach transcripts, licenses, or veterans' documentation as required. For questions, email [e-mail].