Senior Accountant (NMCD #15837)

Salary

$24.88 - $37.32 Hourly

$51,755 - $77,633 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C6

Posting Details

• APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME - RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH & YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Why does the job exist?

This position will provide assistance and guidance to the New Mexico Corrections Departments (NMCD) facilities and divisions in understanding procurement code and the application of it in procuring services and tangible goods. The position will audit all purchase order requests and payment vouchers from the various facilities/divisions within NMCD to ensure procurement code mandates and DFAs rules are being met. This position will also serve as the mail runner for NMCD Central Office.

How does it get done?

• Process requisitions, purchase orders, payment vouchers, travel requests and travel reimbursements
• Analyze, prepare and pre-audit invoice packets
• Utilize SHARE to determine voucher status
• Track incoming vouchers and distribute accordingly
• Pre-audit and process vouchers and warrant cancellations

Who are the customers?

• New Mexico Corrections Department.

Ideal Candidate

Experience in the following:

• Purchasing
• Accounts payable
• SHARE/PeopleSoft Financials or other financial program
• Understanding of DFA and agency policies
• Budget management

Minimum Qualification

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or Business Administration 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 six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Drivers License. Pre-employment background check is required and conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with inmates. Willingness to work in a correctional facility, may be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Jordan Romero (505) 270-1962, or email Jordan.Romero@cd.nm.gov 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.