(Accountant) Financial Specialist

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

Office of the State Controller

Division of Statewide Accounting

Bureau of Reporting and Review

(Accountant) Financial Specialist

The successful applicant must pass a criminal background check.

This position in the State’s central accounting organization focuses on preparation of the State of Idaho’s official financial reports – the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the Legal Basis, the Citizen Centric Report, and other reports. This position is responsible for review of agency internal control practices and promoting effective and efficient management of accounting processes. This position is responsible for providing technical assistance to state agencies, municipalities, and the public. Ability to work in a collaborative environment is essential. Minimal travel may be required.

Financial Reporting Responsibilities:

• Prepare work papers, financial statements, note disclosures, and other required information for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the Legal Basis Report, the Citizen Centric Report, and any other reporting requirements of the State Controller
• Read, analyze, and interpret Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statements, and information produced by various agency accounting systems
• Participate in the ongoing improvement, development, and updating of materials used by agencies in providing fiscal year-end accrual information to the State Controller’s Office
• Coordinate responses to auditors and other information requesters; review and provide feedback to standard-setting bodies on emerging standards; research miscellaneous accounting issues and recommend actions to management

Business Process Analysis Responsibilities:

• Review state agencies’ accounting operations to determine efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with accounting principles and standards
  
• Evaluate accounting systems and determine adequacy of internal controls over financial transactions
  

Management Consulting Responsibilities:

• Develop internal control procedures
• Interpret and apply regulations, policies, and procedures
• Research accounting records to resolve problems or report discrepancies
• Provide advice to management

Represent State Controller’s Office:

• Train agency personnel and local government personnel in the application of governmental accounting principles and internal control procedures
  
• Monitor and assist agencies in their preparation and reporting of fiscal year-end accrual data
  
• Prepare and give public presentations and work with municipalities or other groups
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field with minimum 20 college credit hours in accounting classes
  
• Good knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices; internal accounting controls; and computerized spreadsheets, word processing, and database applications
  
• Ability to learn computerized accounting systems
  
• Experience developing, analyzing, researching, reviewing, and interpreting financial information and reports; developing accounting methods and procedures; governmental accounting experience a plus
  
• Must have excellent communication skills, enjoy reading and research, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
  

Salary Range: $40,560 – $49,920 ($19.50 – $24.00 hourly) plus competitive benefits.