Transportation Accountant/Auditor - Kanawha Co.

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

State of West Virginia’s Department of Motor Vehicles seeks a Transportation Accountant/Auditor to perform professional accounting duties in the Budget and Revenue section. You will handle journal entries, monitor budgets, and prepare financial statements with attention to compliance and accuracy.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least one year of accounting experience; master’s or WV CPA substitution options are available as noted in the job description.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college and at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
• One year of full-time or equivalent paid professional accounting experience.
• Master’s degree in accounting may substitute for the required experience.
• Certification or registration as a public accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the required training/education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic journal entries and monitor budgets and expenditure schedules.
• Prepare financial statements and analyze reports for compliance with accounting guidelines.
• Maintain proper accounting records and review general ledger accounts.
• Use independent judgment within policy guidelines and work under a supervisor.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Journal entries

GAAP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

24 semester hours in accounting

Master's degree in accounting

CPA certification substitution

Job description

• Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation Accountant/Auditor position will perform professional accounting duties in the Budget and Revenue section of the Department of Motor Vehicles. Responsible for making basic journal entries, monitoring and reviewing budgets and expenditure schedules, making adjusting entries to general ledger accounts, gathering data and preparing financial statements, maintaining appropriate accounting records, and analyzing financial statements and reports for compliance with accounting guidelines and procedures. Supervisor provides general direction as to what is to be accomplished, quantity and quality expected of work product, deadlines, and priorities. Incumbent will use independent judgment in the interpretation and adaptation of policies and guidelines. Incumbent must use technical policies and guidelines. Has the ability to make day-to-day decisions in the position, but work is reviewed and approved by a manager. Performs other related duties as required.

Nature of Work

• Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation Accountant/Auditor position will perform professional accounting duties in the Budget and Revenue section of the Department of Motor Vehicles. Responsible for making basic journal entries, monitoring and reviewing budgets and expenditure schedules, making adjusting entries to general ledger accounts, gathering data and preparing financial statements, maintaining appropriate accounting records, and analyzing financial statements and reports for compliance with accounting guidelines and procedures. Supervisor provides general direction as to what is to be accomplished, quantity and quality expected of work product, deadlines, and priorities. Incumbent will use independent judgment in the interpretation and adaptation of policies and guidelines. Incumbent must use technical policies and guidelines. Has the ability to make day-to-day decisions in the position, but work is reviewed and approved by a manager. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

Training/Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and at least 24 semester hours in accounting.

Experience

One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in accounting work.

Substitution: Master’s degree in accounting may substitute for the required experience.

OR

Substitution: Certification or registration as a public accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the required training/education and experience.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Brenda G Hill
• Phone Number: 304-352-5944
• Email Address: [e-mail]

Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits. Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

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