Accountant

About the Department

Position Details

Accountant responsibilities will include

• Manage IVRS' cash flow to ensure the Division has adequate cash on hand to meet obligations. This includes completing daily drawdowns out of the Payment Management System, G5/G6 System and ASAP system, reviewing cash needs, and investigating variances between grant budget and revenues recorded in IA Advantage. You will also be responsible for preparing and approving cash receipts (CR's) in IA Advantage. You will determine funds, and state and federal fiscal years, to pay case services.
• Coordinate with Human Resources (HR) Associate to gather information for biweekly payroll including terminations with final payouts, new employees, or unapproved time sheets. Build spreadsheets for state and federal fiscal year correction on payrolls and prepare related documents when needed.
• Process indirect cost transfer quarterly as requested by Budget Analyst 3 and process state indirect cost transfer twice a year for all IVRS funds including Disability Determination Services (DDS).
• Review OLDD in IA Objects daily to identify unexpected expenses and ensure funds are available. Assist State Auditor’s with questions about funding and expenditures and provide information. Provide information used to prepare Division financial status reports.
• Prepare for new fiscal years by building new control books and ledgers (IA Objects) as needed. Close fiscal years by making closing entries to balance through control books, IA Advantage and G5. Review final control books with ledgers to ensure agreement and prepare monthly balancing report to summarize reconciliations to supervisor.
• Process DDS Case Services in IRSS. Retrieve and save information from SSA's secure messaging Electronic Records Express website (ERE). Upload spreadsheets for claims approved for medical evidence of records (MER), Consultative Exams (CE) and claimant travel (TRA). You will compare paper billings for IVRS Finance with payment processing screen in IRSS. Process payments and print related reports.
• Prepare and review payroll to allocate direct hours to federal programs and move allocated funds to correct cost center to correct allocation. Coordinate with HR Associate to gather information for biweekly payroll including terminations with final payouts, new employees, or unapproved time sheets.
• Responsible for all Accounts Receivable (AR) functions in Financial Management. This includes developing and maintaining a system for tracking amounts due from various clients and vendors. This task will require ensuring payments are received and reconcile to the correct ledger account in IA Advantage. You will also prepare queries in IA Objects and take corrective action on any posting errors. Strong knowledge of Excel to perform financial function tasks.
• Credit appropriate accounts for checks from clients and vendors to client account in IRSS. Audit and process operating expense claims for payment for expenses including internal transfers (ICN, maintenance agreements, AOS, AG's Office). Monitor automated withdrawal transfers to ensure account codes are correct.
• Access DDS quarterly hours in WorkDay and adjust hours of DDS Bureau employees as needed. Review IVRS payroll and adjust hours as needed for part-time employees. Enter quarterly DDS-HHS transfer in IA Advantage to correct rounding issues. Generate DDS and IVRS monthly estimate report of unpaid documents for prior month; and estimate claims not on hand for prior month. Verify unpaid purchase orders in IA Advantage and prepare reports used by Budget Analyst to prepare monthly federal report.
• Maintain vendor records in IA Advantage and review W-9 Vendor Update forms for appropriateness. Review new vendors to ensure they are not debarred from doing business with the government.
• File W-9 documents and review monthly files from Department of Administrative Servies (DAS) for Transparency reporting. Review entries again at year end to ensure all corrections are complete before distributing 1099 forms

Benefits

• Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off, including nine paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave accrual.
• Prepare for the future with the IPERS retirement package, as well as an additional optional deferred compensation retirement plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Free Life and Long-term Disability Insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage.
• Employee Assistance Programs and Discount Programs for support.
• Click here to learn more about all of the amazing benefits the State of Iowa offers.
• The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify; a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov .
• No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place. ? Selected positions will be subject to a criminal background check.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, business administration, or finance. Four years of full-time work experience in accounting, accounts examination or verification, budgeting, or closely-related fiscal work. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number two), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in accounting, business administration, or finance field equals one year of full-time experience. Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate. Employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes thirty months of full-time experience as an Accounting Support Technician 1 or six months of full-time experience as an Accounting Support Technician 2. For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, business administration, or finance.
• Four years of full-time work experience in accounting, accounts examination or verification, budgeting, or closely-related fiscal work.
• A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number two), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in accounting, business administration, or finance field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate.
• Employees with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes thirty months of full-time experience as an Accounting Support Technician 1 or six months of full-time experience as an Accounting Support Technician 2.

Benefits

• Why Choose the State of Iowa? At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice. Our Robust Benefits Package Includes: Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise. Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendly Total Compensation Calculator . Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits. Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost. Retirement Planning: We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS . Paid Time Off: Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters. Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation. Join Us - Elevate Your Career: Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa? Click here to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!
• Why Choose the State of Iowa?
• At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.
• Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
• Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendly Total Compensation Calculator . Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.

Health and Wellness

Retirement Planning

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diversity and Inclusion

Join Us - Elevate Your Career

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