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State of Massachusetts Accountant III in Westfield, Massachusetts
The Military Division (Massachusetts National Guard) is seeking a professional for the role of Accountant III at Barnes Air National Guard Base, Westfield Massachusetts. In this role, the Accountant III will oversee expense reimbursements, ensuring compliance with the Master Cooperative Agreement. They will match invoices to purchase orders, manage approvals, and process payments through an Integrated Engineering Management System (IEMS).The Accountant III'sattention to detail will be advantageous to review work for accuracy, support both internal and external inquiries, and generate critical financial and budget reports. The ideal candidate will have experience with accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, payroll forecasting and other fiscal duties, as assigned. Duties and Responsibilities * Monitors and assists with the tracking of budgets for both Federal State and funds. * Maintain the account/record keeping ledger by entering all purchase orders and Operations and Maintenance expenditures into the required accounting database. * Match invoices to purchase orders. * Submit purchase orders, utility bills, contract purchases, etc. to the Massachusetts Military Division for payment. * Track cyclical, seasonal and regular spending rates and trends, to provide historical information to future budget planning. * Assures that all proper approvals and documentation are received before funds are obligated. * Partners in preparing annual budget projections and requests * Manage the IEMS Program by entering all initial data at the beginning of each fiscal year. To include funding agreement information, federal codes, state codes, federal credit cards, collection work orders, beginning balances and wage increases. * Performs the functions necessary to operate the IEMS so that accurate record keeping is maintained at all times. * Coordinate with production control, supply technician and engineering staff to ensure all labor, material and contract information is complete * Compile final project costs, transfer files to the real property technician for final closeout _ABOUT OUR AGENCY_ The Massachusetts Guard has a unique dual mission, with both federal and state responsibilities. During peacetime, Guard forces are commanded by the Governor through the State Adjutant General. The Governor can call the Guard into action during local or state-wide emergencies, such as storms, floods, blizzards, and civil disturbances. In addition, the President of the United States can activate the Massachusetts National Guard to participate in federal missions. The Massachusetts National Guard's mission is to be trained and ready to provide units that can mobilize for any contingency, at home or abroad. To accomplish this, we must sustain a ready, reliable, and robust joint military team of Army, Air Force and civilians that will honor our responsibilities to nation and community. The National Guard is one branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. The Massachusetts National Guard consists of both the Massachusetts Army National Guard and the Massachusetts Air National Guard. We are composed of full-time and part-time Soldiers and Airmen, as well as civilians, who together serve the Commonwealth and country. Desired and Essential Skills and Qualifications * Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting including terminology. * Knowledge of the methods of general report writing. * Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of accounting data, to draw conclusions and to make appropriate recommendations. * Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial reports, accounts and ledgers. * Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. governing assigned unit activities. Ability to perform mathematical calculations using formulae to solve accounting problems. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to gather information by examining records and documents and through questioning individuals. * Ability to maintain accurate records. * Ability to prepare genera and financial reports. * Ability to write concisely, to express thoughts clearly, and to develop ideas in logical sequence. * Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression. * Ability to exercise sound judgment. * Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. * Ability to deal tactfully with others. * Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others. * Ability to work independently. * Ability to work in a team setting. * Ability to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner. * *First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) one year must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions: I. An Associate's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.* II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.* III. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for the required experience.* Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. _Comprehensive Benefits_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Accounting and Finance* *Organization: Military Division *Title: *Accountant III Location: Massachusetts-Westfield-815Southampton Rd Requisition ID: 24000AFV