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ACCOUNTANT 2* - 01072026-74064

State of Tennessee, Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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ACCOUNTANT 2 – Open Position

(Job ID: 01072026-74064) State of Tennessee – Nashville, TN – Department of Finance & Administration, Accounts Division, Davidson County. Full‑time, hybrid position.

Salary: $54,744.00 – $68,328.00 annually ($4,562.00 – $5,694.00 monthly). Opening date: 01/07/2026 12:00 AM CST; Closing date: 01/13/2026 11:59 PM CST.

Qualifications • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and one year of full‑time professional accounting or auditing experience. • Alternative: bachelor’s degree with 36 quarter hours in accounting and one year of equivalent experience. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation accepted. • Graduate coursework may substitute for experience on a month‑for‑month basis up to a maximum of one year.

Responsibilities

Prepare financial activity reports for internal and external customers; perform basic reconciliations of general ledger accounts.

Process basic accounts payable/receivable transactions and journal entries in electronic databases.

Monitor federal and third‑party grant and program funds to ensure accurate reporting.

Audit tax‑related accounting documents and invoices for compliance; review refund documentation.

Analyze general ledger transactions and documentation to determine accurate expenditures.

Manage long‑term projects to ensure timely milestones; prioritize daily tasks to meet deadlines.

Resolve issues with external customers regarding basic financial transactions and customer service complaints.

Recommend account closures based on departmental policies; may train, lead, or supervise other accounting personnel.

Competencies & Skills

Resilience, Nimble Learning, Effective Communication, Complexity Management, Planning & Alignment.

Knowledge: Economics and Accounting; Administration & Management; Clerical.

Skills: Mathematics; Personnel & Financial Resource Management; Monitoring; Active Learning & Listening.

Abilities: Mathematical Reasoning; Deductive Reasoning; Written Comprehension; Problem Sensitivity.

Tools & Equipment: Personal Computer, Telephone, Printer, Scanner, Calculator.

Contact For more information, visit

https://www.tn.gov/finance/careers-at-f-a.html .

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