We are seeking an Accountant to perform a wide variety of accounting functions for the Department of Social Services, Finance Office in Pierre. This position will positively impact the lives of SD residents by assisting with accounting & financial services of programs that strengthen and support individuals and families.

This is a Full-Time, 40 hours weekly, position with the Department of Social Services (DSS). Join the South Dakota State Government team where Family/Life balance is valued. We strive to meet this commitment by providing 15 days of paid vacation, 14 days of paid sick leave, family leave, and 11 paid holidays per year, along with reasonable flexibility and career development opportunities. Start and build your career here! To learn more about how DSS values and serves South Dakota citizens, visit https://dss.sd.gov/ .

Becoming a team member with the State of South Dakota means that you are offered: employer health insurance with a $0 premium option, dental, vision, with additional insurance options available, and excellent retirement benefits. We offer 6% matched retirement into the SD Retirement System (SDRS). Many other fringe benefits! You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/.

Gain experience in and perform the following duties:

• assisting in the year-end accrual process;
• reconciliation of records;
• prepare cash management reports;
• review payments and financial documents;
• track and monitor expenditures, including statistical information and analysis.
• drawdown of General Funds.

Education/Licenses:

Bachelor's Degree in business or a related field is required, Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• successfully plan and organize work activities, adjust to multiple demands, and prioritize tasks to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines;
• communicate effectively and efficiently;
• demonstrate compassion, respect, courtesy and tact when interacting with others;
• display confidence and innovation;
• establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationship;
• understand concepts related to client confidentiality;
• have the ability to comprehend, interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws and regulations;
• prepare clear and concise documentation, reports and correspondence that reflect relevant facts.

Have the ability to:

• interpret and comprehend program guidelines and procedures;
• communicate effectively;
• gather, interpret, report, and use information concerning assigned activities.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.