Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two (2) weeks of closing date.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) provides a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public while promoting economic development and preserving New Mexico's environment. The Accounting Services Bureau is responsible for collecting all departmental revenues, ensuring all financial transactions are correct, accounting for all of the agency¿s assets and completion of the annual financial statements and financial audit in compliance with all oversight authorities.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to received three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
Why does the job exist?
This position is an independent role within Accounting Services and responsible for reconciling the General Ledger in detail by fund and account using a strong accounting foundation and knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to analyze the composition of balance sheet and income statement accounts for appropriateness and completeness, and assist in yearly closing, audit and preparation of financial statements.
How does it get done?
The primary responsibilities of this position will include:
- In-depth reviews of data using critical thinking skills in combination with advanced excel functions.
- Independently develop solutions for complicated accounting problems.
- Maintains an audit-able history of each fund.
- Creates journal entries.
- Performs reconciliations.
- Download and input of data.
- Routinely updates accounting manuals.
- Assists in maintaining the chart of accounts.
- Provide support to accounting services management, staff and other relevant stakeholders.
Who are the customers?
This position will collaborate with internal and external customers.
Ideal Candidate
This position will collaborate with internal and external customers.
Minimum Qualification
High School or Equivalency and two (2) years directly related work experience in accounting, auditing, finance, and/or budgeting. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver¿s License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
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Agency Contact Information: Joann Jarvis-Olivas (505) 470-1256. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
