ACCOUNTANT II

Preferred Qualifications: experience with facility finance management, experience with federal grant reporting, experience with financial reconciliation, experience with State budgeting, experience with State procurement processes, experience with State invoicing processes, experience with SAP/AASIS, experience with funds management, experience with Microsoft Office, Supervisory experience. ACCOUNTANT II Date: Aug 3, 2026 Req ID: 58899 Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72203 Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES Anticipated Starting Salary: $64,570.06 Position Number: 22100309 County: Pulaski Posting End Date: August 17, 2026 The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Job Series: Accountants Classification: Accountant II – Career Path Class Code: FAC02P Pay Grade: SPC02 Salary Range: $64,570 - $95,564 Job Summary The Accountant II performs a variety of professional accounting functions for a department. The role involves maintaining financial records, preparing reports, conducting account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with state financial regulations and policies. Primary Responsibilities Prepare, analyze, and maintain financial records, including accounts, ledgers, and supporting documentation. Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with applicable government regulations and policies. Reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner. Prepare and review journal entries to ensure proper recording of financial transactions. Ensure all accounting practices comply with applicable state and federal regulations, as well as internal policies. Prepare audit schedules and provide necessary documentation to internal and external auditors. Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely payment processing. Knowledge and Skills In-depth understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, especially in a governmental setting. Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial statements, budget reports, and financial summaries. Skilled in performing account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues. Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and regulations, ensuring compliance in all financial processes. Advanced knowledge of accounting software (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools). A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 2 years of accounting experience. Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market: Little Rock Position Number: 22100309 County: Pulaski Posting End Date: August 17, 2026 A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 2 years of accounting experience. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr