On-Site Accounting Coordinator & Reporting Lead

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to manage financial records, support budgeting processes, prepare reports, ensure compliance, and coordinate with departments to ensure efficient financial operations.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of accounting experience, with proficiency in PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, and Excel. Salary ranges from $71,027 to $105,120 and is aligned with the SPC03 pay grade.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Plus 3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting processes.
• Experience with state and federal regulations.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of financial records, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all accounting transactions.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
• Coordinate accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to policies.
• Ensure that all financial processes and transactions comply with applicable state, federal, and departmental regulations.
• Provide oversight and guidance to junior accounting staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to accounting procedures and policies.
• Work with auditors to provide necessary information and respond to audit inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial analysis

Budgeting skills

Regulatory compliance

Cash flow management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

State of Arkansas is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to manage financial records, support budgeting processes, prepare reports, ensure compliance, and coordinate with departments to ensure efficient financial operations.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of accounting experience, with proficiency in PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, and Excel. Salary ranges from $71,027 to $105,120 and is aligned with the SPC03 pay grade.