ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT II

State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

State of New Hampshire is hiring an Accounts Payable Accountant II in the Employment Security, Fiscal Management Bureau. The role handles fiscal, budgeting and contract-related duties, with a 37.5-hour week and an eligible alternating in‑office training period before hybrid work.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree with 2 years of accounting/auditing experience or 4 years of related education/experience. A valid driver’s license is required for statewide travel.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel.
• Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 3+ years of relevant education and experience may be hired in trainee status.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains financial and procurement tracking systems used by NHES to ensure information is accurate and compliant.
• Monitors, evaluates and prepares monthly service and contract spreadsheets and reports for program managers, accountants and administrators.
• Reviews coding of agency expenditures to ensure accurate state/federal coding distinctions for federal reporting.
• Researches and interprets state and federal procurement and expenditure policies; assists with procedures to improve practices.
• Evaluates and trains staff on NH FIRST, FCAS and SpendMap systems.
• Interacts with internal/external stakeholders to resolve procedural discrepancies in procurement/expenditure payments.

Skills

Accounting principles

Budgeting

Auditing

Education

Associate's degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

EMPLOYMENT SECURITY

FISCAL MANAGEMENT BUREAU

45 South Fruit Street - Concord, NH

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTANT II

Position # 43668

Starting hourly pay range: $22.50/hour - $30.02/hour

• This position offers a Trainee Status at an hourly pay rate of $21.63; candidate must meet the minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date.

37.5-hour work week.

• Please note, this position is eligible for an Alternative, Flexible, or In-State Remote-Hybrid schedule upon completion of an in-office training period. This position is not fully remote.
• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Employment Security, Fiscal Management Bureau has a full-time vacancy for Accountant II.

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

Education/Experience: 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

Criteria:

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria:

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 on 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.

For further information please contact Deanna Donovan, Business Administrator II, [e-mail] and 603-228-4003.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including 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:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964