ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT II

The State of New Hampshire

Concord (NH)

Hybrid

USD 47,000 - 63,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

State health benefits

Dental Plan

Flexible Spending accounts

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire's Employment Security, Fiscal Management Bureau is hiring an Accounts Payable Accountant II to support fiscal, budgetary, purchasing and contract functions. The position offers a 37.5-hour week and a hybrid schedule after in-office training, with in-state remote options but not fully remote.

Responsibilities include maintaining SpendMap and NH FIRST systems, generating monthly reports, reviewing coding for state and federal compliance, and assisting with procurement

Qualifications

Requires associate degree with 2 years in accounting or auditing, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license or transportation for statewide travel.
Trainee option available with equivalent 3+ years education/experience after high school.

Responsibilities

Updates and maintains financial and procurement tracking systems used by NHES, including SpendMap, NH FIRST, Payables/Receipts Access databases and FCAS, to ensure information is accurate and in compliance with state/federal rules and policies regarding accounts payable activities.
Monitors, evaluates and prepares monthly service and contract spreadsheets and reports for use by other agency staff such as program managers, accountants and business administrators. Provides recommendation for appropriation and/or contract amendment when budget shortfall is identified to ensure uninterrupted services.
Reviews coding of agency expenditures to ensure accurate and appropriate state/federal coding distinctions for purposes of federal financial reporting.
Researches and interprets both state and federal procurement and expenditure policies and procedures. Assists business administrators with establishing appropriate agency procedures. Continually seeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the agency’s mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.
Evaluates and trains agency staff on policies and procedures pertaining to NH FIRST, FCAS and SpendMap software systems.
Consults and communicates with internal and external stakeholders to discuss and resolve any procedural discrepancies in the procurement/expenditure payment processes.
Interfaces with State Purchasing/Bureau of Accounts and DoIT Purchasing/Business Office on issues relating to awarded purchase orders or contracts to ensure accuracy and to protect the interest of the State of New Hampshire.
Responds to agency staff questions regarding financial systems, allowable expenditures, purchases and services to ensure and promote understanding and consistency throughout the agency.
Provides backup in the absence of other professional/technical staff within the unit in the same capacity as defined by each unique Supplemental Job Description. Serves as backup for other Section staff members.

Skills

Accounting principles

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Data interpretation

Education

Associate's degree + 2 years experience in accounting/auditing

Equivalent combination: 4 years education/experience in accounting/auditing

Tools

SpendMap

NH FIRST

Payables/Receipts Access

FCAS

Job description

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT II (Job ID: 52964)

State of New Hampshire, Employment Security, Fiscal Management Bureau

45 South Fruit Street - Concord, NH

Position #: 43668

Salary: $22.50/hour - $30.02/hour

trainee pay rate: $21.63 per hour (Trainee Status; must meet qualifications within one (1) year)

37.5 hour work week

Schedule: Alternative, Flexible, or In-State Remote-Hybrid schedule upon completion of an in-office training period. This position is not fully remote.

Posted: 08/19/2026 – Closing date: 09/25/2026

Summary

Performs fiscal, budgetary and purchasing and contract-related functions in support of the Fiscal Management Section of the Department of Employment Security.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in accounting or auditing work.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel.
Other Requirements: None.
Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 3+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrates strong knowledge of accounting and fiscal principles, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements, supported by the completion of at least four accounting courses. Applies effective financial administration practices, including budgeting and auditing procedures. Interprets and analyzes financial data to produce accurate, reliable reports and contributes to the development or enhancement of accounting methods and processes. Communicates information clearly and maintains collaborative, productive working relationships with colleagues and the public.

After-Hire Requirements

None.

Career Advancement Opportunities

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Disclaimers

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified in the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

Updates and maintains financial and procurement tracking systems used by NHES, including SpendMap, NH FIRST, Payables/Receipts Access databases and Federal Cost Accounting System (FCAS), to ensure information is accurate and in compliance with state/federal rules and policies regarding accounts payable activities.
Monitors, evaluates and prepares monthly service and contract spreadsheets and reports for use by other agency staff such as program managers, accountants and business administrators. Provides recommendation for appropriation and/or contract amendment when budget shortfall is identified to ensure uninterrupted services.
Reviews coding of agency expenditures to ensure accurate and appropriate state/federal coding distinctions for purposes of federal financial reporting.
Researches and interprets both state and federal procurement and expenditure policies and procedures. Assists business administrators with establishing appropriate agency procedures. Continually seeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the agency’s mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.
Evaluates and trains agency staff on policies and procedures pertaining to NH FIRST, FCAS and SpendMap software systems.
Consults and communicates with internal and external stakeholders to discuss and resolve any procedural discrepancies in the procurement/expenditure payment processes.
Interfaces with State Purchasing/Bureau of Accounts and DoIT Purchasing/Business Office on issues relating to awarded purchase orders or contracts to ensure accuracy and to protect the interest of the State of New Hampshire.
Responds to agency staff questions regarding financial systems, allowable expenditures, purchases and services to ensure and promote understanding and consistency throughout the agency.
Provides backup in the absence of other professional/technical staff within the unit in the same capacity as defined by each unique Supplemental Job Description. Serves as backup for other Section staff members.

Total Compensation Information

State-paid health benefits include HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits. The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.

Other Benefits