Accountant III - 1517

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Hinds County, MS seeks an Accountant III to interpret language from legislation and assist with bond sale documentation and compliance reviews. You will analyze quarterly reports for bond funds or appropriated funds and maintain precise records.

The role requires proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and SharePoint, plus strong accounting knowledge and reporting skills. A Bachelor's Degree with 4–5 years of experience and/or certification is typically expected.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Strong accounting knowledge and reporting skills.
• Bachelor's Degree and 4-5 years of experience and/or certification.

Responsibilities

• Interpret language from legislation and apply it to bonding and appropriations.
• Prepare and maintain bond sale documentation and quarterly reports for compliance.
• Update Excel spreadsheets and keep accurate records in electronic and paper files.
• Provide clear documentation and reporting on funds expenditure and compliance issues.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Accountant III - 1517 in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$56,345.82 - $65,000.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9433-0161-20261012HDS

0161 - DFA-FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Opening Date

10/12/2026

10/16/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$56,345.82

$65,000.00

About the Agency

Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration, Bond Advisory Division. For questions, contact Kesha Funches in Human Resources at 601-359-2824.

Interpret Language from Legislation (bond bill or appropriated funds). Assist with bond sale documentation. Review quarterly reports from entities receiving bond funds or appropriated funds. Contact entities for compliance issues in regard to quarterly reports. Update Excel spreadsheets each quarter for bond funds or appropriated funds. Other duties as assigned. Determine that entities are in compliance with the authorized legislation regarding bond funds or appropriated funds. Assist entities with questions and compliance issues regarding the expenditure of funds. Keep accurate and updated records of quarterly reports in both electronic and paper files.

What you’ll need to be Successful

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and SharePoint. Must be able to solve complex issues through excellent problem-solving skills, be able to interpret language from legislation, apply advanced accounting knowledge, and have exceptional documentation and reporting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 4-5 years of experience and/or appropriate certification.

Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201