Accounting Technician III

Job Opportunity

This position is available in the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services' AbilityWorks Financial Systems Division. This position is domiciled in Madison County but may primarily work from any available MDRS office statewide. The work requires knowledge of AbilityWorks financial policies and procedures. Responsibilities will involve, but are not limited to, training newly hired facility bookkeepers and office manager staff in all aspects of their job. This position will also be required to perform the work of the bookkeeper and/or office manager for facilities who have vacancies in those positions. In addition, position will also assist the AbilityWorks Finance department with daily tasks as needed and other duties as assigned. Some overnight travel may be required.

What you'll need to be successful: A thorough understanding of AbilityWorks financial policies and procedures; plus a general knowledge of computers and other computer-type equipment used in the course of day-to-day business; be organized; pay attention to details, be able to communicate job tasks effectively both orally and written; maintain a positive attitude and be a team player; be willing to travel overnight and have a penchant for being timely, prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and possess problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 3-5 years of experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications: Minimum 5 years as an AbilityWorks Bookkeeper or Office manager; experience with Client Payroll Manager software and Navision accounting systems is preferred; experience with Microsoft TEAMS, as well as with Microsoft Excel, is a plus.