Accountant III

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement matching

11 holidays

15 days annual and sick leave

Job summary

The Oklahoma Military Department, a state agency, is seeking an Accountant III to support the Comptroller Division. You will review invoices, process payments, and coordinate fund status with accounting staff, ensuring compliance with internal controls.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 3+ years of professional accounting experience, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail. This is a full-time, on-site role in Oklahoma City.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Peoplesoft Financials and bookkeeping standards.
• Ability to review and analyze financial information and communicate findings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and modern office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review and process agency invoices for payment and reconcile reports.
• Coordinate with accounting supervisor on fund status.
• Ensure equipment is coded correctly in PeopleSoft prior to invoicing.
• Process utility invoices and payments.

Skills

Oklahoma Peoplesoft Financials

Bookkeeping

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft Financials

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Job Posting Title

Accountant III

Agency

025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT

Supervisory Organization

Oklahoma Military Department

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Job Description

Salary Range: $52337.00 - $57208.00

Note: Starting salary will be determined based on education and experience

Basic Purpose: The Oklahoma Military Department is a state agency responsible for the administration of the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard to ensure units and personnel are readily available when called to support the state and nation. It’s a unique state and federal relationship accomplished through various Cooperative Agreements with the National Guard Bureau. This accounting position is an integral part of that process assigned to the Comptroller Division working closely with the accounting staff and members of the federal programs. The Military Department prides itself on customer service and the ability to work together as a team.

Benefits

This is a full-time state position that provides a percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans, 11 holidays, and a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year. The state also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Essential Functions

• Review and process all agency invoices for payment, not including utilities; reconcile various financial reports and other data concerning fiscal operations.
• Coordinate closely with the accounting supervisor on the status of funds.
• Work with the asset manager to ensure equipment is coded correctly in PeopleSoft prior to processing an invoice.
• Process utility invoices/payments
• Scan and maintain files of source documents and other information related to accounting.
• Assist with processing incoming mail, prepare warrants for distribution, and handle bank deposits.
• Process and audit individual purchase card transactions in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Process the monthly P-Card voucher for the agency.
• Make travel reservations and process travel vouchers for assigned personnel.
• Participate in state and federal audits as required.
• Represent the agency at public and private sector meetings in a professional and courteous manner.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of:
• Oklahoma Peoplesoft Financials;
• Bookkeeping practices and standards;
• Modern office methods and procedures, including computer technology related to accounting.
• Ability to:
• Review and analyze financial information;
• Work as a team member or when necessary, work independently with limited instruction/supervision;
• Communicate effectively with staff and customers;
• Skills:
• Strong computer skills specifically with Microsoft Excel
• Professional and courteous customer service;
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related business field plus 3 years of experience in performing professional accounting experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

Conditions Of Employment

• Contingent on a favorable background check
• Contingent on a favorable pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• T1 Security Clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens).
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• FLSA Exempt status
• Serves a 12-month probationary period
• undefinedPhysical Requirements: Sitting for long periods of time. Computer work for long periods of time. Able to lift fifteen (15) pounds. Notes: This position is located at the Joint Force Headquarters-State Accounting section in Oklahoma City, OK. Travel may be required at the expense of the employee to be reimbursed within 45 days of travel. Employment eligibility verified through e-Verify (Homeland Security), and a National Agency Check for positions that require computer access.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.