ACCOUNTANT III

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE / ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES UNIT

29 HAZEN DRIVE, CONCORD NH 03301

ACCOUNTANT III

Position #42731

Typical Starting Salary: $25.40/hour - $34.14/hour

• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Commissioner's Office, Administrative Services Unit has a full-time vacancy for an Accountant III.

Summary

Supervises and coordinates the fiscal activities of the MtBE Program in Fund Accounting Section.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

• Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
• Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Education and Experience must be in the areas must be in the fields of accounting or business administration.

License/Certification

None

Other Requirements: Criminal background and driving record review required.

Trainee Option

Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD): None

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Oversees the reconciling, analyzing and auditing of monthly expenditures for the MtBE Program accounts on data systems such as NHFIRST and Oracle and ensures accurate records and proper authorization of expenditures. Tracks and prepares necessary documents to transfer expenditures, and makes adjustments to ensure accurate fund balances. Performs program tracking within accounts and prepares monthly reports to program managers.

Reviews and applies revenue received from inter-governmental payments (IGP) to the correct accounting unit and revenue account. Notify appropriate agency staff of the receipt of payment. Computes interest bearing account balances for payment of interest by Treasury.

Processes internal requisitions for purchasing items such as equipment, supplies, services and printing to obtain the best sources and price, to ensure completeness, and to ensure compliance with state contracts and NH Purchasing Manual and posting to NHFIRST.

Prepares and processes vouchers to ensure timely and accurate payment for vendor invoices. Payments to comply with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Federal regulations, State and Department policies and procedures.

Assists Fund Accounting Section Supervisor with financial analysis and special reports to comply with program and department needs.

Communicates with internal program managers, state agencies, and vendors, explaining procedures, making assessments and recommendations, and resolving issues in accordance with state procedures and guidelines.

Coordinates and oversees the biennial state budget request for the MtBE program to ensure that adequate funding is available for program operations and assists with financial and administrative reports of other federal grants.

Assumes other responsibilities when delegated, including the responsibilities of the Accountant IV in his/her absence.

Continually seek to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the Department's mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.

For further information please contact Kristy Seeley, Fund Accounting Administrator, [email protected] and 603-271-2966 .

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964