Accountant Supervisor

This is a temporary, full-time, benefit-eligible position due to the implementation of the MOVERS project. Position will end upon implementation of the MOVERS project. Position funding will end no later than July 2027.

Office of Administration, Division of Accounting seeks a qualified professional for the Financial Unit Supervisor. This position is responsible for supervising a staff of 13 FTE responsible for a variety of duties relating to SAM II, Missouri BUYS and MOVERS operational functionality for order management and suppliers.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

Some of the duties include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of the SAM II, Missouri BUYS and MOVERS suppliers and customer files and chart of accounts.
• Provide supervision and leadership to the Financial Unit
• Work closely with OA–Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) and system contractors regarding system testing, program enhancements and general system functionality for SAM II, Missouri BUYS and MOVERS.
• Establish and enforce workplace policies and procedures within the Financial Unit.
• Monitor and adjust workloads between Financial unit personnel to maintain an appropriate balance of duties and to maintain high productivity and an efficient workflow.
• Provide customer service support for SAM II, Missouri BUYS and MOVERS to all State agency personnel, suppliers and customers regarding document processing, general system functionality, payments and general questions.
• Distribution of checks to all State agency personnel, work with financial institutions and/or State Treasurer’s Office to resolve issues with payments and maintaining adequate check stock.
• Excellent interpersonal, supervisory and communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and agency personnel, remain flexible, self-motivated, assume considerable initiative, work independently with little supervision, and exercise sound independent judgment.
• Ability to lead, educate and motivate staff.
• Considerable knowledge of, and experience with, SAM II Financial System on-line, data warehouse and MOBIUS reports.
• Considerable knowledge of, and experience with, Missouri BUYS.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel.
• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Ability to develop new methods and procedures to meet changing needs.
• Knowledge of the state’s organizational structure and how business is required to be conducted.
• Ability to formulate and initiate plans and procedures for effective and efficient establishment and maintenance of fiscal controls.
• Ability to apply general concepts to specific problems of accounting, auditing, purchasing procedures and fiscal management practices based upon cost effective evaluations.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate policies and operations and formulate recommendations.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.

This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.