What are the responsibilities and job description for the FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT position at State of Arkansas?
Position Number: 22125361
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 12/10/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $71,027
Office of Accounting
The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.
Position Information
Job Series: State Accountants – Career-path
Classification: Financial Accountant
Class Code: FSA01P
Pay Grade: SPC03
Salary Range: $71,027 - $105,120
Job Summary
The Financial Accountant is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the state's financial accounting functions. This role focuses on ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, preparing financial reports, assisting with reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The Financial Accountant works under the guidance of more experienced accountants and supervisors and plays a key role in maintaining the financial records for state agencies.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Process financial transactions, including journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger entries. Reconcile financial accounts, ensuring that all discrepancies are identified and resolved. Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections. Help with year-end closing procedures and assist in the preparation of audit documentation. Review financial statements and records for accuracy and completeness. Maintain financial records and ensure that they are properly organized and stored for future reference. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting laws and regulations, including GAAP and GASB standards. Provide general administrative support to senior accounting staff, including preparing reports and organizing documentation for audits. Assist with the development and implementation of accounting procedures to improve operational efficiency.
Knowledge And Skills
Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including GAAP and government accounting standards. Familiarity with financial software and accounting systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in financial transactions and reporting. Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Basic understanding of budget preparation, cash flow management, and financial forecasting. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Willingness to learn and develop professionally in the field of governmental accounting.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred.
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.
ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.
Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 12/10/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $71,027
Office of Accounting
The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.
Position Information
Job Series: State Accountants – Career-path
Classification: Financial Accountant
Class Code: FSA01P
Pay Grade: SPC03
Salary Range: $71,027 - $105,120
Job Summary
The Financial Accountant is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the state's financial accounting functions. This role focuses on ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, preparing financial reports, assisting with reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The Financial Accountant works under the guidance of more experienced accountants and supervisors and plays a key role in maintaining the financial records for state agencies.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Process financial transactions, including journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger entries. Reconcile financial accounts, ensuring that all discrepancies are identified and resolved. Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections. Help with year-end closing procedures and assist in the preparation of audit documentation. Review financial statements and records for accuracy and completeness. Maintain financial records and ensure that they are properly organized and stored for future reference. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting laws and regulations, including GAAP and GASB standards. Provide general administrative support to senior accounting staff, including preparing reports and organizing documentation for audits. Assist with the development and implementation of accounting procedures to improve operational efficiency.
Knowledge And Skills
Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including GAAP and government accounting standards. Familiarity with financial software and accounting systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in financial transactions and reporting. Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Basic understanding of budget preparation, cash flow management, and financial forecasting. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Willingness to learn and develop professionally in the field of governmental accounting.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred.
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.
ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.
Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.
Salary : $71,027 - $105,120
