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The State of New Hampshire

ACCOUNTANT III

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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

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Job Description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Transportation Bureau of Finance & Contracts 7 Hazen Drive / Concord, NH
ACCOUNTANT III
Position #18266 $25.40/hour - $34.14/hour •See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement. •~
NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT
~ Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire. NHDOT Recruitment Brochure •The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Finance & Contracts has a full-time vacancy for an Accountant III.
Summary:
To supervise and coordinate the revenue, receivables, billing and collection functions for the Bureau of Finance & Contracts of the Department of Transportation.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS
Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Other information:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience combination in accounting or business administration.
License/Certification:
None Other Requirements:
None Trainee Option:
Not Applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of experience in accounting or auditing work, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. Experience with NHFIRST or other automated accounting systems. Computer proficiency in Access, Excel, Windows.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS
None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
In-Band Advancement Available:
Yes No Criteria:
None Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
Yes No Criteria:
None
DISCLAIMERS
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
DETAILED TASKS
(AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC): Supervises and coordinates the Department's revenue and collection functions for State and Federal projects, to include proper recording of revenue and collections from intra and interagency activity, making policy and procedure recommendations and coordinating with project managers and other department staff to ensure efficient collections and accurate recording of revenues. Prepares Dunning letters, follows-up on payments and responds to customer inquiries; and refers non- payment aged Accounts Receivable to Attorney General for collections per State laws. Serves as liaison with Attorney General's Office and provides necessary documentation. Coordinates a quarterly review of the Department's Statement of Appropriations to assure the accurate distribution of Department revenue and cash receipts for review by Accounts Receivable Supervisor. Performs monthly and annual reviews and reconciliations of current and deferred revenues and year-end compilation of accrued accounts receivable. Identifies, resolves and reports discrepancies to be addressed using agency policy. Collects, reviews and provides documentation for outside audit reviews for submission. Creates and reports State fiscal year-end activities, such as Exhibit K's, journal entries and posting of annual revenue and receivables. Performs project billing for all District and Bureau projects and activities to include fleet, rent, salt penalties, sign shop production, FLAP, fuel, property damage and interstate billings, and FTA drawdowns. Assists in the preparation of Final Vouchers by researching, sorting, and organizing project expenditures to submit requests to FHWA for project closure. Provides back-up support for Supervisor VI and trains new employees in Accounts Receivable Section. Trains other Department staff on billing and accounts receivable processes and procedures to ensure billing is completed correctly. For further information please contact Wayne Gardner, Administrator, at (603) 271-6829 or at Bureau14@dot.nh.gov For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online, please contact Jim Roberg, Administrator, at (603) 271-8025 or James.

G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov •
TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated. See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx Value of State's share of
Employee's Retirement:
12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.
pdf https:
//www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE TDD Access:
Relay NH 1-800-735-2964