ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking an Accounting Supervisor/Expert in Pulaski County to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and state policies. The successful candidate will supervise staff, review financial reports, coordinate audits, and mentor a team of accountants while ensuring regulatory compliance and reliable financial statements.

This role also offers pension benefits, paid holidays, and opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Admin or related field with 4 years accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.
• Experience supervising accounting staff.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide recommendations.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of accountants, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state regulations.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback for growth.
• Review and approve financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and provide insights.
• Ensure all accounting activities comply with state, federal, and departmental policies.
• Coordinate preparation for internal and external audits with required documentation.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

Tools

PeopleSoft

Oracle

SAP

Excel

Job description

Position Number: 22143187
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: September 24, 2026

Preferred qualifications, specific skills and/or professional background details:

• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and managing large scale financial operations.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and state/federal financial regulations.
• Proven leadership experience supervising accounting or fiscal teams.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• High proficiency with accounting systems (AASIS/S4HANA/SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Accountants

Classification: Accounting Supervisor/Expert – Career Path

Class Code: FAC05P

Pay Grade: SPC04

Salary Range: $78,130 - $115,632

Job Summary

The Accounting Supervisor/Expert is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations, as well as the ability to lead, mentor, and support accounting teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising accounting staff, coordinating complex accounting functions, and ensuring compliance with state financial policies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of accountants, ensuring their work is completed accurately, on time, and in compliance with state regulations.
• Conduct performance evaluations for accounting staff, providing feedback and identifying areas for improvement and professional growth.
• Review and approve financial reports, ensuring they are accurate, complete, and comply with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing insights and recommendations to management.
• Ensure that all accounting activities comply with applicable state, federal, and departmental regulations.
• Coordinate the preparation for internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and information as required.
• Manage and review complex financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.

Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting.
• Strong experience in budgeting, managing financial reports, and analyzing financial data.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and departmental financial regulations and standards.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, resolve discrepancies, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and financial models).

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 4 years of accounting experience.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.