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ACCOUNTANT I

State of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR • 1d ago

ACCOUNTANT I

Date: Jan 6, 2026

Req ID: 54943

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

Category: DEPT OF AGRICULTURE

Anticipated Starting Salary: $58,700

Position Number: 22087664

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: Open Until Filled

Anticipated Starting Salary: $58,700

Fiscal

Hiring Authority:

1 Natural Resources Drive

Little Rock, AR 72205

Phone: 501/219-6342

Email: mary.a.welch@arkansas.gov

As the largest industry in Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture and forestry to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation. The Department is organized into five Divisions: Forestry Division, Livestock and Poultry Division, Natural Resources Division, Plant Industries Division, and Shared Services Division.

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.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee's demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of federal grant management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and fiscal control practices.

Loan servicing experience.

Ability to complete complex assignments on tight deadlines.

Experience with state budgetary and accounting practices and procedures.

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.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock

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