Accountant​/Auditor – DHS – Division of Emergency Management – Kanawha

Nature of Work

This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. Under general supervision, this position performs the financial administration of federal and state preparedness, disaster, and recovery grants for the Emergency Management Department.

The role oversees the preparation of fiscal grant awards and reimbursement requests in OASIS, ensures the accuracy of accounting entries, reconciles expenditures, and monitors the drawdown of federal funds to guarantee timely payments.

Responsibilities also include preparing required quarterly and final Federal Financial Reports (SF 425), generating financial and budgetary reports through OASIS Business Intelligence, maintaining detailed ledgers, and assisting with grant budgets and year‑end closing requirements.

The position provides training and oversight to Accounting Technicians, ensures compliance with state and federal accounting standards, and advises leadership on financial and budgetary matters.

There is a requirement to possess strong knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing standards, proficiency with OASIS, Business Intelligence reporting, and Microsoft Office, as well as the ability to organize, analyze, and communicate effectively.

A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a criminal history and background check are required.

Kanawha County. Click the APPLY link to apply online.

IMPORTANT: You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Please make sure to review the “Other Information” section of this listing for any specific instructions of the hiring department.

ATTENTION: Applicants may provide verification of post‑high‑school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified.

Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact any personal information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicant services or by U.S. mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd.

E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

• Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
• Experience: Two (2) years of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid experience in professional accounting, statutory accounting or auditing work.
• Substitutions:
  • Master’s degree in accounting may substitute for the required experience.
  • Certification or registration as a Public Accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the training and required experience.

Other Information: State employment offers a variety of benefits.

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