Accounting Technician III - Travel

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services seeks an Accounting Technician III (Travel) in Hinds County, MS. This full-time role handles travel vouchers, expense reports, and SPAHRS data entry to ensure timely payments and policy compliance.

You will coordinate travel arrangements, reconcile advances, and prepare SPAHRS reports, guiding employees on procedures. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential in a finance team serving vulnerable Mississippians.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 3–5 years of experience. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Must prioritize work to meet deadlines; strong communication and confidentiality are essential in Finance.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify travel vouchers and expense reports for policy compliance.
• Enter approved voucher expenses into SPAHRS for payment and run SPAHRS reports.
• Process travel reimbursements and reconcile travel advances.
• Coordinate travel arrangements (hotels, flights, transportation) and hotel invoices for payment.
• Provide guidance to employees regarding travel procedures.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

Tools

SPAHRS

Job description

Accounting Technician III - Travel in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS |

State of Mississippi

$33,600.00 - $50,540.40 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9430-0681-20261009Hs

0681 - CHILD PROTECTION SERVICES

Opening Date

10/12/2026

10/16/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$33,600.00

$50,540.40

About the Agency

This opportunity is a Accountant position within MS Department of Child Protection Services. The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS) is committed to protecting and nurturing Mississippi's at-risk children and families. MDCPS offers a variety of positions statewide, including social work positions providing case management services and working with potential foster families, supervisor positions providing clinical and administrative support, and agency support positions such as policy development, human resources, information technology, program management, training, and budgeting/finance. Working with MDCPS will give you the chance to make a life-changing difference for Mississippi's most vulnerable children and families. If you have any additional questions, you can contact Touya Johnson of Workforce Development at 601-301-8494 or [e-mail]

Essential Travel Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviewing and verifying travel vouchers and expense report and policy compliance.
• Enter approved voucher expenses into SPAHRS for payment.
• Run preliminary and final SPAHRS reports.
• Processing travel reimbursements and entering expenses into SPAHRS.
• Process and reconcile travel advances.
• Coordinating travel arrangements (hotels, flights, transportation)
• Coordinate hotel accommodation for employees, ensuring all reservations comply with travel policies.
• Review and process hotel invoices for payment.
• Providing support and guidance to employees regarding travel procedures.

What you'll need to be Successful

Must be able to prioritize work to meet deadlines, be an effective team leader/player, have good communication skills, as well as understand the importance of confidentiality in the Finance dept.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 3-5 years of experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications:Successful employees will need to have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related fields. Have experience in payroll and reconciling.

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