Accounting Supervisor

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 67,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Mississippi Department of Transportation is seeking a Second-level Supervisor/Manager to oversee accounting staff and develop fiscal policies in line with GASB and GAAP.

You will prepare and review complex financial statements, coordinate with auditors, and collaborate with agency leadership on budgeting and resource allocation in response to funding changes.

This role requires strong leadership, reliability, and the ability to guide teams through financial reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 6-7 years of experience.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

24 credit hours of Accounting

Job description

Salary: $66,944.47 - $97,775.00 Annually

Location: 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type: Full-Time

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].

About the Position:

Second-level Supervisor/Manager responsible for overseeing the work of professional-level accounting staff. Accountable for developing fiscal policies and operating procedures in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Employees at this level assist with preparing and administering agency or departmental programs and budgets in coordination with the executive team or accounting supervisor. This position also addresses financial questions and issues from business partners, federal and local government agencies, state agencies, executive staff, and other employees.

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.


• 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.

Benefits

Health/Prescription Insurance

Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.

Wellness Benefits

Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.

Life Insurance

All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.

Optional Insurances

Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.

Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave

Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.

Military Leave

In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.

Holidays

Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.

Retirement Programs

The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us

Deferred Compensation

State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.

State Credit Union

All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.

Tuition Reimbursement

Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.

Career Development and Training

The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.

Promotional Opportunities

Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.

Career Ladders

Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.