Accountant

Accountant

Hiring Range: $57,733-$82,042.00

Closing Date: January 12, 2026

To ensure that general ledger accounts including fund balances per DEQ's financial system (Oracle Financials) are reconciled to the state accounting system (Cardinal) as required by the Department of Accounts (DOA).

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for reviewing, entering and maintain the agency's fix assets in accordance with state guidelines. Maintain an inventory of fixed assets. Work with the agency's employees to assure assets are properly tagged and properly disposed. Ensure funds are paid, recorded and deposited in compliance with federal and state regulations. Responsible for completing financial reporting accurately, entirely and timely in accordance with governing directives, regulations and policies and DEQ management and external customers are provided timely and accurate information regarding all federal and state funds. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Combination of education, experience, training or coursework in accounting, finance, economics, mathematics or related field. 
• Skill and knowledge of accounting principles and practices and the application of the accounting techniques.
• The ability to plan, organize and evaluate program expenditures.
• Demonstrated experience of state/local fiscal functions and operations, federal grant management process related to assigned projects and federal laws and regulations.
•  Experience with automated financial systems such as Oracle Financials general ledger and payables and other Web-based financial systems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of government and officials and private organizations.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Suite.
• Experience accessing a variety of information resources and applying various computer applications to complex financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience determining funding source compliance, analyzing, reconciling, evaluating, and monitoring budget/financial transactions.