| Location | Brandon, MS |
| Salary | $61,416.94–$107,936.44 Per Year |
PSP-Accounting Team Lead
Salary
$61,416.94 - $107,936.44 Annually
Location
61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9434-0729-20260804RN
Department
0729 - Mississippi Law Enforcement Division
Opening Date
08/06/2026
Closing Date
8/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$61,416.94
Agency Maximum Salary
$107,936.44
About the Agency
At the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, we are dedicated to making our state safer for all three million residents. Our committed team performs vital tasks, such as issuing driver's licenses and firearm permits, patrolling roads and highways, and fighting drug trafficking. We also offer essential training and certification to law enforcement agencies and carry out detailed forensic analyses and investigations. Join us in our effort to improve safety and security in Mississippi. For inquiries about this position, please contact humanresources@dps.ms.gov.
About the Position
The Non-State Service (NS-14) Accounting Team Lead will be in the Public Safety Planning (PSP) Division located in PEARL, MS, RANKIN COUNTY. The incumbent provides technical guidance and oversight to assigned accounting staff and performs advanced-level accounting duties to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. The position supports accurate grant accounting, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and assists with the agency's annual audit. Examples of Work Performed • Serves as a lead worker by assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of accounting staff engaged in grant accounting and financial reporting activities. • Performs and reviews complex accounting transactions, reconciliations, and journal entries in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). • Prepares, reviews, and submits financial reports for federal, state, and other grant-funded programs to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Monitors grant expenditures to ensure allowability, accuracy, and compliance with approved budgets and funding requirements. • Assists with the preparation of GAAP-adjusted financial statements and related schedules. • Participates in and supports the agency's annual audit by preparing audit schedules, providing supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries. • Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of internal controls to safeguard agency assets and ensure financial integrity. • Serves as a technical resource for grant accounting, financial reporting, GAAP compliance, and audit-related matters. • Coordinates with program staff, grants management personnel, and external entities to resolve accounting and reporting issues. • Assists with the development and monitoring of corrective action plans resulting from audit findings, as applicable. • Identifies opportunities for process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance within accounting operations. • Performs related or similar duties as assigned.
What youll need to be Successful
Great problem-solving skills, Team Player, Great Communication skill, Good time management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 5-6 years of experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, and 5 years of experience in state government grants and financial reporting. The agency prefers experience in Federal Reimbursements and Compliance.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406