What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant (DOH/ASD #10687+) position at New Mexico Department of Health?
Salary
$24.16 - $36.24 Hourly
$50,248 - $75,372 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C6
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once and this posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Why does the job exist?
This position is critical to the daily operations of the agency's bank deposits and is responsible for working with all divisions to ensure all preparation of the the accuracy of the division's revenue forms for posting into SHARE Financials - Accounts Receivable Module in a timely manner. Communicates with Division and Programs to resolve any deposit discrepancies. Works closely with Cash Manager on conducting extensive research reqeusts.
How does it get done?
This position is responsible for reviewing, researching, analyzing, and correcting financial data and reports of the General Ledger, Trial Balance, and Journal Entries. This is achieved by ensuring all revenue form(s) contain the correct information such as fund, department ID, account, sub account, etc. and by verifying the deposit slips or the ACH Wire Bank addenda. Research all discrepancies with information or amount of deposits. Post all deposits for Department of Health in SHARE Financials. Verify all bank and desktop deposits are made within 24 hours of receipt of payment according to MAPS. Reconciliation is completed by downloading Excel queries to assess the appropriateness of deposit activities posted, identify and analyze account balance variances to make correcting journal entries and have the ability to prepare financial data into usable reports and then analyze the information. The position requires good communication and be able to provide assistance as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Who are the customers?
Department of Health Divisions and Programs including internal and external auditors.
Ideal Candidate
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or Business Administration and two (2) years directly related work experience in accounting, auditing, finance, and/or budgeting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Lewanda Platero, (505) 487-0424, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
$24.16 - $36.24 Hourly
$50,248 - $75,372 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C6
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once and this posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Why does the job exist?
This position is critical to the daily operations of the agency's bank deposits and is responsible for working with all divisions to ensure all preparation of the the accuracy of the division's revenue forms for posting into SHARE Financials - Accounts Receivable Module in a timely manner. Communicates with Division and Programs to resolve any deposit discrepancies. Works closely with Cash Manager on conducting extensive research reqeusts.
How does it get done?
This position is responsible for reviewing, researching, analyzing, and correcting financial data and reports of the General Ledger, Trial Balance, and Journal Entries. This is achieved by ensuring all revenue form(s) contain the correct information such as fund, department ID, account, sub account, etc. and by verifying the deposit slips or the ACH Wire Bank addenda. Research all discrepancies with information or amount of deposits. Post all deposits for Department of Health in SHARE Financials. Verify all bank and desktop deposits are made within 24 hours of receipt of payment according to MAPS. Reconciliation is completed by downloading Excel queries to assess the appropriateness of deposit activities posted, identify and analyze account balance variances to make correcting journal entries and have the ability to prepare financial data into usable reports and then analyze the information. The position requires good communication and be able to provide assistance as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Who are the customers?
Department of Health Divisions and Programs including internal and external auditors.
Ideal Candidate
- Knowledge of SHARE Financials
- Knowledge and application of GAAP and MAPs
- Proficient with Microsoft Office including Excel Spreadsheet.
- Must have extensive research skills and able to utilize multiple websites.
- Experience preparing and coordinating reconciliations.
- Strong oral and written communication.
- Completed at least 24 credit hours in Accounting to include intermediate and Government Accounting coureses.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or Business Administration and two (2) years directly related work experience in accounting, auditing, finance, and/or budgeting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Lewanda Platero, (505) 487-0424, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Salary : $50,248 - $75,372
