Entry Level Accountant
On-site
Job Description
This is a Full-Time position with the Bureau of Finance and Management. For more information on the Bureau of Finance and Management, please visit https://bfm.sd.gov/.
Seeking May 2024 and December 2024 accounting graduates.
The Bureau of Finance and Management (BFM) is looking for motivated and skilled entry level accountants to help prepare the financial statements for the State of South Dakota. This position is a full-time accounting position within BFM’s Accounting and Financial Reporting Office located in Pierre, SD. Opportunity for career growth exists with several different career paths available. Relocation assistance and tuition assistance programs available.
Responsibilities
- be part of an expanding and innovative team designed to carry out statewide accounting and financial reporting;
- learn governmental accounting;
- prepare financial statements for the State of South Dakota;
- provide statewide leadership, advocacy, and service to other state agencies;
- carry out specialized accounting processes performed within BFM.
Job Requirements
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting upon graduation is required. No experience is required, but interest in governmental accounting and a desire in obtaining CPA certification is beneficial.
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Query, and other desktop tools;
- governmental (fund) accounting;
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);
- Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements;
- Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Governmental Auditing Standards;
- governmental fiscal administrative processes.
Ability to:
- communicate information clearly and concisely;
- work within a team environment;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
- pay close attention to details.
