Accounting Supervisor

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 67,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi, Mississippi Department of Transportation is seeking an Accounting Supervisor in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS to oversee financial reporting and fund reconciliation. Located in Jackson, MS, this full-time role offers an annual salary of $66,944.47–$97,775.00 and requires strong GASB and GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities include supervising accounting staff, preparing financial statements, coordinating with auditors, and ensuring compliance across state and federal funds.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 6-7 years of accounting or financial management experience.
• Experience supervising accounting staff or teams.
• Familiarity with GAAP reporting and GASB requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management and reconciliation of state and federal funds.
• Supervise professional accounting staff and ensure compliance with financial standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain fiscal policies and procedures per GASB and GAAP.

Skills

Supervisory experience

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

24 credit hours of Accounting

Job description

Accounting Supervisor in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$66,944.47 - $97,775.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9435-0941-20260904HDS

0941 - TRANSPORTATION

Opening Date

09/04/2026

9/11/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$66,944.47

$97,775.00

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is responsible for providing a safe intermodal transportation network that is planned, designed, constructed, and maintained in an effective, cost-efficient, and environmentally sensitive manner. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and reconciliation of state and federal funds.
• Supervise professional accounting staff and ensure compliance with established financial standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain fiscal policies and procedures consistent with GASB and GAAP requirements.
• Prepare and review complex financial statements, reports, and analyses for executive review and legislative reporting.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure financial integrity and compliance.
• Experience with the GAAP reporting process for the State of Mississippi.
• Collaborate with agency leadership to optimize division structure and resource allocation in response to increased funding levels.

What you'll need to be Successful

Success in this role requires a strong work ethic, reliability, and the ability to collaborate with others while fostering a positive, productive team environment. The candidate should demonstrate initiative, professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to achieving organizational goals through effective teamwork and communication. The candidate should also possess the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively supervise, perform, and review the work assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 6-7 years of experience. — Hiring Agency Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with 24 credit hours of Accounting.
• Six (6) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting or financial management experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience with funds management, reconciliations, and the GAAP reporting process for the State of Mississippi is required.

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