Job description

JOB
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers a wide range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety and well-being for all Georgians. What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.Start your career in public service. The Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Financial Services (OFS) is seeking candidates for the position of Accountant 3 (General Ledger). This position will be located at Peachtree Street, NW. Atlanta Georgia 30303. JOIN OUR TEAM!!!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Pay Grade: KThis position, one of five, is responsible for ensuring that agency transactions have been properly accounted for and are stated accurately in the agency’s general ledger and financial reporting. These responsibilities are accomplished with various monthly analytical reviews and procedures. This role is essential for financial reporting and often means close liaison with departments and individuals from across the agency.Under broad supervision, performs or oversees the development, implementation and monitoring of accounting activity for a department or agency. Analyzes financial information and programs, identifies financial trends, makes recommendations to management and prepares a full range of financial reports, including specialized or non-standard reports.Roles and Responsibilities: Supports general accounting functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, account reconciliation, purchasing, asset management, and cash management.Reviews and reconciles monthly accounting data and use advanced research and problem-solving skills to determine issues and the source/resolution for errors found.Performs monthly bank reconciliations and identify variances at a detailed transaction level. Works with subsections of Finance to correct the variances.Analytical review of trial balance accounts to identify accounting errors needing resolution.Preparation of journal entries as required.Reviews and/or assists with the creation of financial statements and year-end reports to support the State and Federal year-end close and report process.Identifies and corrects procedural problems revealed in reviews and audits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university AND One year of professional accounting experienceORBachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university AND Two years of professional accounting experienceORBachelor's degree in a business curriculum which included completion of introductory and intermediate accounting sequence from an accredited college or university AND Three years of professional accounting experience.Note: Some positions may require certifications. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in AccountingSeven (7) years or more performing at least two of the following accounting functions: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General ledger account reconciliations, Bank Reconciliations, Financial ReportingKnowledge of and experience with the State’s financial management system TeamWorks (PeopleSoft)Advance Microsoft Excel Skills, with data mining experience (will be tested)Knowledge and experience with other Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Prior work experience in the governmental accounting field

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services https://dhs.georgia.gov/ Employment Information Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DHS-HR@dhs.ga.gov. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks. DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

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