Position Number: 2208-2934
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: August 30, 2025
ADE: Fiscal Administration
Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.
Position Information
Job Series: Accountants
Classification: Accountant I – Career Path
Class Code: FAC01P
Pay Grade: SPC01
Salary Range: $58,700 - $86,876
Job Summary
The Accountant I is responsible for performing professional accounting and financial tasks within a department. This position involves processing financial transactions, preparing reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with state financial regulations and policies. The Accountant I will work closely with other financial staff to ensure accuracy and consistency in the agency’s financial operations.
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain financial records, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all transactions.
Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts in accordance with state regulations and policies.
Reconcile accounts, ensuring discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
Prepare journal entries and ensure all entries are properly documented and in compliance with state accounting standards.
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
Knowledge and Skills
Familiarity with governmental accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting processes.
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., PeopleSoft, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel) and standard office applications.
Skilled in preparing and presenting financial statements, budgets, and reports.
Understanding of state and federal financial regulations and accounting standards.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
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.
