Entry-Level Accounts Payable Specialist

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks an Accountant I in Hinds County, MS to join the Office of Fiscal Management in the Accounts Payable team. This is a full-time role based in Jackson, MS, with opening date 09/08/2026 and deadline 9/14/2026.

The position requires knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, the ability to communicate effectively, and the capability to work with a complex accounting system independently. A Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of accounting and auditing standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a complex accounting system independently.

Responsibilities

• Review financial documents for accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Work closely with agencies to resolve any issues with accounts payable documents.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing standards

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Accounting software familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

State of Mississippi seeks an Accountant I in Hinds County, MS to join the Office of Fiscal Management in the Accounts Payable team. This is a full-time role based in Jackson, MS, with opening date 09/08/2026 and deadline 9/14/2026.

The position requires knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, the ability to communicate effectively, and the capability to work with a complex accounting system independently. A Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of experience is preferred.