Accounting Specialist

Job Location: Central Office, 3024 Dupont Circle, Jefferson City MO 65109

Why you'll love this position: You will be part of a team providing life changing disability determinations to individuals applying for Social Security Disability. You will enjoy learning new things daily, with opportunities to interact with staff and the medical community in a supporting, caring environment.


Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

• Examine invoices and interagency billings for accuracy and required documentation including verification of receipt of goods and/or services and process for payment
• Communicate with staff regarding discrepancies on invoices and take appropriate action to correct any discrepancies.
• Fold and stuff check remittance information daily.
• Deliver checks to DESE Accounting.
• Operate standard office equipment such as calculator, copier, and word processor/personal computer.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or the GED equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Considerable knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of office methods and procedures.
• Ability to expedite a large volume of detailed work.
• Ability to make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, computer terminal, calculator, and copier.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Other qualifications and experience which in the opinion of the Commissioner of Education meet the requirements of the position may be accepted in lieu of the above.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

• Health insurance 1st of the month following start date
• Generous amounts of annual and sick leave each month
• 13 paid holidays
• Retirement and deferred savings programs with up to $25 match
• Ongoing opportunities for training and professional development

If you have questions about this position, please contact: Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email: View email address on click.appcast.io

To our applicants with disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the application process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate requested needs. TTY/TDD users: Relay Missouri Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Notice to Applicants: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas through INS.

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