Accounting Technician 3
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Accounting Technician 3
Salary
$46,779.20 - $69,326.40 Annually
Location
Ankeny - 50021 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-03228
Agency
625 Iowa Department of Revenue
Division
Financial Services Division
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
6/8/2026 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
LI-POST
Point of Contact
idrrecruitment@iowa.gov
To Apply
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume within the NEOGOV application.
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Job Description
The Iowa Department of Revenue's Financial Services Division is seeking anAccounting Technician 3to join our Alcohol Accounting/Finance team.
The Financial Services Division ensures the accurate accounting of state revenue collection and departmental expenses, while collaborating with leadership to manage the Department's alcohol and tax-related processes and procedures. Additionally, this team of the division:
Provides centralized accounting services for Alcohol Operations
Helps coordinate wholesale alcoholic liquor distribution to more than 2,000 privately-owned retailers across Iowa
Manages Class E Alcohol License Accounts and Liquor Sales Order processing
Conducts daily reconciliation of Liquor Inventory and Liquor Sales revenues
Facilitates Beer and Wine Tax reporting and collections
Effectively collaborates with the Alcohol Operations and Licensing Team along with our Private Warehousing and Distribution partner Ruan
In this position you will be responsible for:
Key team member for financial activity within operational systems including IADV, Microsoft Dynamics 365, GENTAX (IMPACT), as well as fleet and warehouse integrations
Process and review accounts payable transactions
Process employee spend authorizations and travel payments in the Iowa Advantage and Workday system
Responsible for cash receipts: liquor payment journals, licensing revenue, tax reports and other miscellaneous inflows
Communicate with customers and our distribution partner on delivery discrepancies, exception instances, or other retailer issues and accurately process inventory adjustments
Provide support and adhere to internal procedures for financial transactions
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following:
Experience with D365 Warehouse Management System (or equivalent) - processing and analyzing Vendor Payments and Customer Sales Orders and Inventory Adjustments
Experience with the State Financial System - I3 and/or Iowa Advantage, GenTax (IMPACT) systems, Workday, and Microsoft Excel
Experience working in Governmental Accounting, Licensing, and Taxation
Prior customer service and multi-tasking experience
Job Specific Competencies:
Knowledge of professional accounting principles, theories, concepts and terms.
Ability to classify accounting transactions, maintain and reconcile accounts, close accounts and prepare reports and statements
Knowledge of the programs of the department for which accounting services are provided
Displays a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision
Works and communicates with all internal and external clients and customers providing polite, quality professional service
Employer Highlights-
The Iowa Department of Revenue is a well-respected employer. We are focused on providing excellent customer service, while offering a wonderful team atmosphere, work-life balance, free parking, and casual attire. We offer a flexible working environment and opportunities to work from home with the ability to work from anywhere in the State of Iowa as long as it is your primary residence. We have a great total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
Retirement Investors Club (RIC)
Flexible Working Environment- Work from Home Opportunities
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
The mission of the Iowa Department of Revenue is to serve Iowans through the responsible collection and generation of revenue to support the public good.
If you're looking for a career with an organization that values its employees and customers, you've come to the right place.
Applicants must live within the State of Iowa to qualify for this position.
A background check, including a criminal history check, fingerprint and Iowa tax filing check, will be conducted on the final candidate.
Effective July 1st, 2025, all Department of Revenue staff and their household will not be able to play any Iowa Lottery games.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federalRight to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from high school or G.E.D equivalency and experience equal to five years of accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices;
OR
completion of a post-high school accounting curriculum from an accredited vocational, technical, business or community college, with at least twenty semester hours of accounting coursework;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of clerical office work for each year of the required education;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester hours of accredited post high school education in Business, Accounting or a closely related curriculum for each year of the required experience;
OR
employees withcurrentcontinuous service in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to one year of full-time work as an Accounting Technician 2.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\and\pay/JobClassDescriptions/AccountingTechnician3-00294-90294.pdf) .
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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
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Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Have you graduated from high school or G.E.D equivalency? IF YES - How many years do you have of accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices?
I have not graduated from high school or G.E.D equivalency
Less than five years of accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices
Five years or more of accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices
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Have you completed a post-high school accounting curriculum from an accredited vocational, technical, business or community college, with at least twenty semester hours of accounting coursework?
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How many years do you have of a combination of high school/G.E.D. equivalency AND/OR experience in accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices?
I do not have any of the required education and/or experience
Less than five years of the combined education and/or experience
Five years to less than nine years of the combined education and/or experience
Nine years or more of combined education and/or experience
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How many years do you have of a combination of post high school education in Business, Accounting or a closely related curriculum AND/OR experience in accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices? 30 semester hours equals one year of experience.
I do not have any of the required education and/or experience
Less than five years of the combined education and/or experience
Five years or more of the combined education and/or experience
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Accounting Technician 2 for the State of Iowa?
I am not a State of Iowa employee
I do not have any experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 2 for the State of Iowa
Less than 12 months of experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 2 for the State of Iowa
12 months or more of experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 2 for the State of Iowa
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Employer
State of Iowa
Agency
625 Iowa Department of Revenue
Address
Hoover State Office Building, 4th Floor
1305 E Walnut St
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
https://revenue.iowa.gov
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