Accountant​/Auditor - DHS - Division of Administrative Services - Kanawha

Overview

Operating under general supervision at the full‑performance level, this position is primarily responsible for the financial administration of assigned federal and state grants within the Division of Administrative Services. The core focus of this role involves the monthly review, validation, and authorization of fund distributions to sub‑grantees. The administrator frequently collaborates with criminal justice program specialists to proactively resolve any issues or deficiencies, serves as a backup for executing grant fund withdrawals and deposits, assists in onboarding and training new accounting staff, and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Monthly review and validation of fund distributions to sub‑grantees.
• Authorization of fund withdrawals and deposits in the WV Oasis system.
• Collaboration with criminal justice program specialists to resolve issues.
• Backup support for grant fund processing and related administrative tasks.
• Assistance with onboarding and training new accounting staff.
• Maintenance of strict confidentiality regarding sub‑grantee grant information and personally identifiable information (PII).
• Adherence to governmental accounting principles and related auditing standards.
• Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and record‑keeping.

• 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 substitute for both the training and experience requirements.

• Strong working knowledge of governmental accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multi‑tasking skills in a dynamic environment.
• Effective communication skills when engaging with internal staff, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google applications.
• Confidence navigating, entering, and retrieving financial data within the WV Oasis system.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Subject to a comprehensive criminal history records check and background investigation.

• Complete work history, education, and training must be provided and accurately described.
• All relevant documentation must be attached or uploaded through the online application system.
• Applicants must cooperate with the background and credential verification process; failure to do so may result in denial of employment.

The State of West Virginia understands the advantage in the knowledge, ideas, and perspectives brought by a broad and diverse workforce. The State is an equal opportunity employer, a non‑discriminatory employer, and an affirmative action provider.