Accountant

Job Description

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Job ID: 32448
Agency: Bureau of Finance & Management
Location:Pierre, SDSalary: $63,321 - $81,963.66, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: A2 or A3
Closing Date: 9/5/25

This is a Full-Time position with the Bureau of Finance & Management, Executive Management Finance Office. For more information on the Bureau of Finance & Management, please visit https://bfm.sd.gov/ .

We are seeking an accountant to perform a wide variety of complex accounting functions for the Executive Management Finance Office (EMFO) in Pierre. This position will assist in the internal service fund rates analysis for the various internal service funds and assist with preparation of financial statements within the EMFO. Accountant level assignment will be determined by the education and experience of the incumbent. The Bureau of Finance and Management (BFM) is a vital component of the state's financial operations. Our small but industrious staff works in five divisions: Financial Reporting Office, Executive Management Finance Office, Financial Systems, Budget Analysis, and Internal Control.

This is a full-time position within EMFO, a division of the BFM of the State of South Dakota. BFM values service, excellence, communications, and stewardship. At BFM there are opportunities for growth and promotion within our team and across state government. The successful candidate will work alongside other experienced accountants who train, develop, and assist each other. We work hard and hold each other accountable as we set the standard for leadership and expertise in state government.

BFM has a history of producing leaders in state government. Many department secretaries, commissioners, division directors, agency finance officers, and high-level accountants started at, or spent parts of their careers with BFM.

The candidate selected for this position will have the opportunity to:

• be part of an expanding and innovative team designed to carry out statewide accounting and financial reporting;
• assist in implementation of a new enterprise resource planning system;
• 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.

Beyond the chance to discuss, influence, and create state fiscal and accounting policy, employment with state government comes with many great benefits:

• Tuition assistance programs for obtaining Undergraduate and Master's degree available.
• Moving allowance.
• 15 days paid vacation leave, 14 days paid sick leave, paid family leave, and 11 paid holidays per year to help ensure work-life balance.
• A fully funded state pension plan that is rated as one of the best in the nation.
• A generous health insurance plan with no premium options.

Payrate and accounting level classification will depend on experience and qualifications. Duties in the higher classification will be similar; however, project complexity and oversight may change. Additionally, if hired into the A2 classification, position will be hourly.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• For the A2 classification a 4-year Accounting Degree and 1-2 years of progressive experience equivalent to Level 1 of the Accounting Job Family.
• For the A3 classification a 4-year Accounting Degree and 3-5 years of progressive experience equivalent to Level 2 of the Accounting Job Family OR a 4-year Accounting Degree and total of 4-7 years cumulative experience in accounting.
• Experience in governmental accounting, master's degree in accounting, or CPA certification is beneficial, but not required.

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; and
• 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.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your cover letter and resume.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

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 at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . 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=263
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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