Accounting Team Lead - 131

ms.gov - Mississippi's Official State Website; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 61,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration seeks an Accounting Team Lead to direct payroll and support services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state regulations. The role oversees the payroll review process and coordinates with agencies to resolve issues, driving efficient financial operations.

The position requires accounting knowledge, strong management ability, and clear written and verbal communication within a complex government system.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting and auditing standards.
• Strong management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Payroll and Support Services Department.
• Review financial documents for accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Work closely with agencies to resolve payroll issues and implement related projects.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing standards knowledge

Management skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Accounting Team Lead - 131 | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded.

Full-Time

Job Number

9434-0161-20260908H

0161 - DFA-FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Opening Date

09/08/2026

9/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

• $61,416.94
• $77,000.00

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 5-6 years of experience.

About the Position

The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration is the primary agency responsible for State government financial and administrative operations including employee payroll, vendor payments, employee insurance, construction, maintenance, and protection of State buildings in the Capitol Complex, financial information management systems, management of the State’s vehicle fleet, and numerous other related activities.

This position is the director within the Office of Fiscal Management. This position is responsible for managing the Payroll and Support Services Department. This position is responsible for reviewing financial documents for accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations, performing other duties and special projects as assigned, and working closely with agencies to resolve any issues with payroll.

What you'll need to be Successful

This position will require knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, management skills, the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and the ability to work with a complex accounting system independently.

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