Accounting Specialist

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks an Accounting Specialist to manage electronic applications, monitor grant registrations, and support the nonpublic registration program in Jefferson City.

Join a team safeguarding funding, accuracy in bills, and responsive service to schools, with opportunities to work with IT and finance staff.

Competitive benefits and a defined pension accompany a stable public service role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent through which knowledge of English grammar and punctuation, basic typing or keyboarding, and basic mathematics may have been acquired.
• Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a system of electronic applications for the section.
• Receive, screen and document applications from schools for any grants associated with this section.
• Coordinate and maintain the annual Nonpublic Registration for approximately 450 nonpublic schools in a mass mailing; including all follow up emails to both nonpublic and public schools to ensure eligibility of the Title services.
• Provide technical assistance to callers in navigating the DESE Nonpublic Registration System.
• Provide support and guidance by working with the Office of Administration Information Technology section on changes and updates to the Nonpublic Registration web application.
• Create and maintain a database for the section’s grants.
• Review bills and invoices for accuracy before completing payment paperwork.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Accounting Specialist – Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

Job Posting Number: 3520205106

Salary: $35,736

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

TheOffice of Quality Schoolsworks to manage theMissouri School Improvement Program(MSIP), the state’s accreditation system for public school districts. This office also administers a wide range of state- and federally-funded programs that assist local schools (Title I, Title III and other federal programs), charter and other innovative schools, as well as developing a statewide system of support for schools, communities and families. Schools also are provided assistance on federal and state-developed improvement initiatives which are coordinated with other state and regional services.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain a system of electronic applications for the section.
• Receive, screen and document applications from schools for any grants associated with this section.
• Coordinate and maintain the annual Nonpublic Registration for approximately 450 nonpublic schools in a mass mailing; including all follow up emails to both nonpublic and public schools to ensure eligibility of the Title services.
• Provide technical assistance to callers in navigating the DESE Nonpublic Registration System.
• Provide support and guidance by working with the Office of Administration Information Technology section on changes and updates to the Nonpublic Registration web application.
• Create and maintain a database for the section’s grants.
• Review bills and invoices for accuracy before completing payment paperwork.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Full job description available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent through which knowledge of English grammar and punctuation, basic typing or keyboarding, and basic mathematics may have been acquired.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity and Aff… Employer:

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at [phone], through Missouri Relay System at [phone], or via email at [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 2nd Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email [e-mail].

To Our Applicants with Disabilities:

For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at [phone].Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs.TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service [phone].

Notice to Applicants:

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.