Accountant I - II

Job Description

PLEASE ATTACH ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Job ID: 27052
Agency: Department of Transportation / Finance & Management / Accounting Division
Salary: $25.12 - $32.35 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: A1 - A2
Closing Date: 06/04/2024 This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit . The Department of Transportation-Division of Finance & Management is looking for a motivated, self-starting, and detail-oriented individual to fill an Accountant position in Pierre, SD. As part of the Accounting/Auditing career family, there is opportunity for career growth. This position will work with the Accounting Division within the Fixed Asset system. Duties include monitoring requests sent to property management for changes; consolidating disposal of capital assets; reviewing spring and fall auctions; reviewing revenues from sales; preparing WIP summaries; and preparing final CIP/WIP reports. What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:

• Health Insurance (Low & High Deductible Single and Family Plans)
• Well-Being Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employee)
• Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
• Leave:
• Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
• Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
• Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
• Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Semimonthly Pay Periods
• Eligibility for Meal Per Diems
• Paid Overtime (if applicable)

The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Accountant is approximately $72,731.00 annually. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A bachelor's degree in accounting or related business degree with major coursework in accounting or finance or one to five years progressive experience in accounting field. Knowledge of:

• governmental fund accounting;
• generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) standards and generally accepted accounting standards board (GASB) statements;
• Microsoft Excel, Word, Query, and other desktop tools;
• FHWA policies and procedures (preferred but not required);
• federal funding agreements (preferred but not required).

Skill to:

• interpret rules and regulations.

Ability to:

• attend to all details of the assignment and complete work accurately;
• exercise sound prompt judgement;
• communicate information clearly and concisely;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
• be a problem solver;
• work independently;
• prioritize work and meet deadlines.

Required Documents: Please include a letter of interest, resume, and college transcript. The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Accountant is approximately $72,731.00 annually. Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: . This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: Email: "An Equal Opportunity Employer"