Accountant II (0449)

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jackson is seeking an Accountant II to support payroll processing within the Central Office Payroll Department. The role focuses on reconciling insurance invoices, entering payroll deductions in SPAHRS, and verifying open enrollment deductions to ensure accurate employee compensation.

Required knowledge includes SPAHRS, MERLIN, FMLA, and related payroll processes; a Bachelor’s Degree with 2–4 years of experience is preferred and attention to detail is essential for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SPAHRS, MERLIN, FMLA, Workers' Comp, and/or MAGIC with payroll processing experience.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision.
• Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing payroll.
• Reconcile insurance invoices.
• Enter payroll deductions in SPAHRS and verify open enrollment deductions.
• Perform FMLA, Workers' Comp and Blue Cross Blue Shield reconciliations.

Skills

SPAHRS

MERLIN

FMLA

Workers' Comp

MAGIC

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Accountant II (0449) in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$47,860.24 - $48,500.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

$47,860.24

$48,500.00

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Budgets & Accounting and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

This position is a with the Central Office Payroll Department and is responsible for assisting with the processing of payroll; reconciling insurance invoices; entering payroll deductions in SPAHRS; verifying open enrollment deductions; FMLA, Worker's comp and Blue Cross Blue Shield reconciliations.

What you'll need to be Successful

Successful applicants must demonstrate knowledge of SPAHRS, MERLIN, FMLA, Workers' Comp, and/or MAGIC with working knowledge of processing a payroll in SPAHRS. Also Detail-Oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience and/or appropriate certification.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201