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Job Description
Job Location: This position will be located at Division of Administration, 920 Wildwood Dr., Jefferson City, MO 65109
Why you’ll love this position:
Are you a motivated and energetic accounting professional excited about leading a team of experts in areas of payroll, financial reporting, grants management and cash reconciliation? Come join our team at DHSS and assist in the financial management of a $2.3 billion dollar budget.
The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your payche ck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.- Provide guidance to the Chief Financial Officer on financial decisions
- Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs; interpret federal, state, and local legal standards pertaining to fiscal operations; and remain knowledgeable about existing, new, and future regulations
- Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines for management of funds
- Lead department fiscal operations to ensure proper internal controls for the receipt of revenue and expenditures
- Oversee and support the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity
- Supervise the grants and funds accounting and financial reporting units
- Lead MOVERS integration efforts for the Department
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelors degree in accounting, required
- Master's degree in accounting, highly preferred
- Certified Public Accountant and/or Certified Grants Management Specialist certificate, highly preferred
- 7-10 years professional accounting experience, required
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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