Senior Accountant or Accountant Trainee (2 Vacancies)

About the position The Senior Accountant or Accountant Trainee position at the NYS Gaming Commission involves performing essential accounting functions, including processing transactions, facilitating accounts payable, and assisting in financial analysis and reporting. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with state financial guidelines and supporting various gaming programs. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a competitive class environment. Responsibilities • Assist in processing transactions in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) consistent with Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) and Division of Budget (DOB) guidelines. , • Facilitate accounts payable transactions, including processing and verification in SFS and maintaining supporting documentation as necessary. , • Review, approve, and assist employees with agency travel transactions in SFS. , • Create journal entries and ensure proper entry into software and SFS. , • Assist in the monitoring and reconciliation of account balances of various funds and monitor expenditures against budgeted spending targets. , • Assist in analysis of revenues and expenditures to ensure they are aligned with funding levels. , • Assist in research of project costs and preparation of cash spending projections. , • Assist in the preparation and documentation of regulatory billings for reimbursement of expenditures for various gaming programs. , • Compile reports for various programs and projects as requested by management and outside agencies. , • Facilitate the proper collection, recording and distribution of gaming program revenues and expenses. , • Other duties as assigned. Requirements • Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55/b/c service as a Senior Accountant, SG-18. , • Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation, or a bachelor's degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting/auditing. , • Candidates must be reachable on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list or have the necessary qualifications for transfer. Nice-to-haves • Proficient in Microsoft Excel. , • Proficient in SFS. , • Adept and professional in verbal communications. , • Ability to problem solve, multi-task, and manage multiple priorities. , • Knowledge of Article 34 of the NYS Tax Law, Racing, Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Breeding Law, and State Finance Law. Benefits • Telecommuting allowed , • Competitive salary range from $52,198 to $82,656 annually , • Permanent appointment , • Full-time employment with a 37.5-hour workweek Apply Job!