Accountant I

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Lorman, MS
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Number: FY202600066
Department: Accounting
Opening Date: 03/11/2026


Job Title


Accountant I

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains the general ledger, including preparation of journal entries with supporting analysis and documentation
• Completes monthly and year-end balancing and reconciling for state, federal and institutional funds
• Sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes monthly books
• Reconciles bank accounts timely, verifies deposits, and addresses bank inquiries
• Runs payroll feed processes to the general ledger, making journal entries as needed
• Assists in the preparation of year-end financial statements
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Financeor related field
• Master's degree preferred
• Two (2) years' accounting experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of GenerallyAccepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communicationskills, verbal, written andinterpersonal
• Effective time management skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to interpret federal and state laws andregulations
• Ability to analyze financial data and effectively communicate findings tomanagement
• Ability to make sound and independent judgments

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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