Accountant I

About the role

Help improve the lives of North Dakota citizens by supporting the North Dakota Information Technology (NDIT) Accounting Team, as an Accountant I. This role can be filled in at either our Bismarck or Fargo office and will work onsite one day a week. The rest of the time, the position can work remotely from home.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting duties in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Prepare and update supporting spreadsheets.
• Be responsible for managing the Accounts Payable inbox.
• Serve as contact for vendor inquiries and issues.
• Aid in the preparation and reconciliation of deposits.
• Aid in the preparation and issuance of annual 1099 statements.
• Aid in the processing of NDIT Accounts Receivable deposits.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, statistics, economics, business or a related field.
• Or an associate degree in accounting, statistics, economics, business or a related field and one year of current and progressive accounting experience working with accounts payable or receivable, creating reports in Excel, and compiling financial reports/records in a medium to large size organization.
• Or three years of current and progressive accounting experience as written above.

Qualifications

• General knowledge in accounting, AP/AR, Excel, and standard office technologies.
• Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.
• Work effectively with a variety of governmental officials and customers.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Thrive in a team environment.

Benefits

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• An address in the selected recruiting area or confirm the candidate’s ability to relocate within 30 days of an offer being made.
• Your work history will not be given credit if North Dakota Information Technology cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications as posted.
• All application material, including your resume, must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST).
• The State of North Dakota does not offer or provide sponsorships.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

Total Rewards

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

Application Procedures

• The answers given on this application are to be reflective of your work experiences.
• Any use or suspected use of AI during the application process may affect the outcome of the hiring decision.
• Please make sure that your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted.
• All application material, including your resume, must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST).
• The State of North Dakota does not offer or provide sponsorships.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.