Job Description
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Job ID: 33311
Agency: Department of Revenue - Administration Division
Location:Pierre, SDSalary: $26.18-$29.09/hr., depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: A1
Closing Date: 10/17/2025
The
Accountant I is a key member of our finance team. This team provides fiscal support to the Department of Revenue including the management of all funds received and distributed to multiple entities. The Account I position performs several accounting activities including:
- Calculate and prepare year-end accruals for the annual ACFR report managed by Bureau of Finance Management.
- Reconcile accounts and prepare distributions to local governments and other state agencies.
- Prepare and maintain financial records.
- Other accounting functions such as Accounts Payable and Cash Receipting.
This position works closely with many stakeholders including the Department of Revenue employees, other state agencies, and local governments.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have: 4-year Accounting Degree, coursework in accounting, or seasoned vocational accounting practitioner who has familiarity with accounting principles.
Knowledge of: - financial reporting and preparing journal entries;
- the difference between cash basis vs accrual basis accounting;
- the accounts payable process;
- work processes pertaining to finance and accounting;
- basic statistical measures.
Ability to: - interpret and comprehend program guidelines and procedures and communicate both effectively;
- gather, interpret, report, and use information concerning assigned activities;
- train and provide guidance to staff and service users;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and other partners;
- compile complex financial records and prepare financial reports:
- work independently and exercise sound judgment;
- manage and prioritize work.
The Accountant I position is a full time (40 hours per week) position with the Department of Revenue. For more information on the Department of Revenue, please visit https://dor.sd.gov/ .
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2K3
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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