Accountant

$21.96 - $32.94 Hourly
$45,680 - $68,520 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C5
Posting Details
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Why does the job exist?
This position will act as the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist tasked with advanced accounts payable functions in compliance with the Department of Finance and Administration purchasing regulations and New Mexico State Procurement Code.
How does it get done?
This position is responsible for accurately processing:
* Payment vouchers, operating transfers, journal vouchers and travel reimbursements.
* Travel advances and financial documents.
* Financial activity to ensure that fiscal and administrative operations are carried out.
Who are the customers?
This position serves external Vendors, agency employees and oversight agencies.
Ideal Candidate
Preferred experience:
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word.
* Knowledge of the Modeling Account Practices and Mileage Per Diem Act.
* Familiarity with the State if New Mexico travel reimbursements process and/or travel document processing experience.
* Experience with Accounting Software, Financial Management and accounting systems.
* Advanced knowledge of the Peoplesoft/SHARE accounting system.
Minimum Qualification
High School or Equivalency and two (2) years directly related work experience in accounting, auditing, finance, and/or budgeting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Must be current with all tax reporting/payment. Employment is subject to pre-employment criminal background check to include fingerprint checks and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
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Agency Contact Information: Jason Esparza, (505) 394-0165. Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.