Accountant

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Jan 21, 2026
  • Salary: $59,299.14 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:59299
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Job Description

    Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive Jefferson City MO 65109.

    Why you’ll love this position:

    This position is located in the Division Liaison Services in the Division of Administration. It is an incredible opportunity to become an essential member of an energetic team that is responsible for all fiscal aspects of the division. You will also be working with cross-departmental teams on a variety of fiscal priorities, financial policy development, and grant/fiscal monitoring and tracking.

    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.

    • This position will work with federal grants and federal pass-through grants.
    • Prepare and analyze fiscal information for the Division management
    • Prepare monthly/quarterly budget and expenditure reports.
    • Work on assigned tasks related to the new State of Missouri Accounting system
    • Coordinate special projects and tasks, as needed


    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 15 earned credit hours in one or a combination of the following: Accounting, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field is required
    • Previous experience with Federal Grants is preferred.
    • Previous experience with SAM II financial and Mo Buys is preferred.
    • Previous experience with Excel, Word, Access, and Adobe is required.


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

    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 .

    Kelly Welschmeyer at 573-751-6116 or email at Kelly.Welschmeyer@Health.Mo.Gov
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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