Accountant

This position is located in the Administrative Services Division - Revenue Management in Oklahoma City.

All applicants must be able to pass a background check and must be able to legally work within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorships.

Application Requirements

All applicants must upload a resume, a cover letter specifying the position title and location as listed in the announcement, and transcript (if applicable) to be considered for this position.

Basic Purpose

The primary responsibilities of this position include processing invoices for payment, analysis of various financial data, preparation of various financial reports, and working with other members of the Accounts Receivable Team. This position reports to the Revenue Management Manager of the Administrative Services Division.

Typical Functions

• Collect, organize, enter, coordinate, and prepare for deposit all fee funds received by DEQ and may include electronic fund and wire payments utilizing ten-key and computer skills.
• Receipt all money received by customers who come to the DEQ building to make payment.
• Reviews, analyzes, and presents financial data for customer accounts and agency revenue.
• Prepare customer invoices as required.
• Process refunds as needed.
• Respond to customer questions and contact customers to obtain required information.
• Back-up the other duties in the Revenue Section as required.
• Position may also include preparing the monthly clearing account reconciliation and transfer of funds; performing federal cash draws and reconcile grant balances; and mailing out daily accounts payable warrants to correct vendors.
• Stay current on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, and applicable state statutes.
  
  

Travel Requirements

Minimal

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of bookkeeping for each year of the required degree.

Additional Considerations/Preference: (These cannot eliminate a candidate)

• Knowledge of statewide accounting manual and Oklahoma State Finance Act; business operations including finance, procurement, state, and federal laws.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft Phase II Project Based accounting.
• Knowledge of financial statements and reports.
• Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals.
• Skills and Competencies- excellent verbal and written communication, project management, dynamic leadership, and data analysis.
• Ability to build relationships with all levels of staff, executives, and stakeholders.
• Computer Skills – Employee must be capable of proficiently using standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams) and the Internet.
• High level of organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Employee must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Knowledge of statewide accounting manual and Oklahoma State Finance Act; business operations including finance, procurement, state, and federal laws.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft Phase II Project Based accounting.
• Knowledge of financial statements and reports.
• Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals.
• Skills and Competencies- excellent verbal and written communication, project management, dynamic leadership, and data analysis.
• Ability to build relationships with all levels of staff, executives, and stakeholders.
• Computer Skills – Employee must be capable of proficiently using standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams) and the Internet.
• High level of organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
  
  

Benefits

• Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
• A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
  
  

Not all applicants will receive an interview. If you are selected to be interviewed, you will be notified by email.