Accounts Assistant - SEMORS - Poplar Bluff

Job Description:

Accounts Assistant - SEMORS - Poplar Bluff

Description

Southeast Missouri Residential Services is a State of Missouri facility located at 2351 Kanell Blvd., Poplar Bluff, MO 63901. We are professional, agile and innovative.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We're looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our team. A successful candidate has previous experience working with the developmentally disabled, a strong work ethic and an active interest in helping to care for our consumers. It is often said that there is no greater satisfaction than working directly with our consumers, and this is absolutely true. It's extremely rewarding, since many of our consumers are living well.

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by mental illness and developmental disability, so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

This is a second-level vocational position accountable for completing standard accounting tasks using established processes, procedures, and regulations. Employees at this level perform routine analysis, research and resolve problems, and provide financial information. Tasks may include producing routine financial reports using established formats and precedents.

Jobs in this family examine, analyze, process, report on, and interpret accounting and other financial records. The jobs in this family install or advise on systems for recording costs or other financial and budgetary data, and analyze and ensure compliance with applicable rules, laws, and regulations. Jobs may also carry out collections-related activities.

The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:

• Calculate, record, and maintain accounting information.
• Review documents to determine completeness, accuracy, and proper authorizations.
• Resolve or assist in resolving financial discrepancies.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Knowledge of accounting procedures and office methods and practices. Ability to make mathematic calculations. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to review financial documents for accuracy with attention to details. Ability to maintain automated and manual financial records. Knowledge of basic research methods related to financial transactions. Ability to identify and resolve transactional issues.

Typical qualifications:

1-3 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

• Please note that documentation that supports your eligibility (i.e. transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process. If you do not possess the minimum qualifications, please consider one of many other employment opportunities with the State of Missouri.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Please contact Kimberly Puckett 573-840-9324 - kimberly.puckett@dmh.mo.gov

Salary:

$37,935.60 per Year