Accounting Technician III

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking an Accounting Technician III in 25 - Hinds County, MS. This full-time position supports accounts payable, payroll, HR actions, and budget analysis, with duties spanning multiple funding sources using MAGIC.

The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize deadlines. Agency contact is [e-mail]; position closes 10/07/2026.

Qualifications

• Multitasking, organization, and communication skills.
• Must prioritize work to meet deadlines and be an effective team player.
• Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 3-5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices for accounts payable.
• Reconcile payments/balance accounting using MAGIC.
• Maintain accounting records for multiple funding sources.
• Prepare fiscal reports and analyze transactions for budget analysis.
• Assist with budget preparation.
• Review and process HR Personnel actions.
• Review and processing payroll, accounts receivable/payable, travel reimbursements and travel authorization requests.

Skills

Multitasking

Organization

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or high school equivalency

Job description

Accounting Technician III in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS |

State of Mississippi

$33,600.00 - $51,963.91 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9430-0301-20261001H

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

10/01/2026

10/7/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$33,600.00

$51,963.91

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health’s mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

This is a time limited position. Review and process invoices for accounts payable. Reconcile payments/balance accounting using MAGIC. Maintain accounting records for multiple funding sources. Prepare fiscal reports and analyze transactions for budget analysis. Assist with budget preparation. Review and process HR Personnel actions. Also accountable for reviewing and processing payroll, accounts receivable/payable, travel reimbursements and travel authorization requests.

What you'll need to be Successful

Successful employee needs multitasking, organization, and communication skills. Employee must prioritize work to meet deadlines and be an effective team player.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 3-5 years of experience.

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