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Federal Aid Accountant 2State of Iowa • Ames, IA, United States
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Federal Aid Accountant 2

Federal Aid Accountant 2

State of Iowa • Ames, IA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Federal Aid Accountant 2

Iowa DOT's Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa DOT's five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

Shift: Monday Friday 8:00 am -4:30 pm

Location: Ames, IA 50010

Are you a customer service-oriented individual with a high attention to details? We would be thrilled to have you on our Federal Aid Team! We offer a collaborative workspace to encourage teamwork and good communication. If you are looking to make lives better, be a part of a supportive, engaging team, and provide excellent customer service, this may be the position for you!

Our best candidate will possess a strong background in accounting, and a commitment to providing outstanding service to both internal and external stakeholders. Attention to detail is crucial, along with the capability to manage tight deadlines and navigate the complexities of statutory requirements. A self-motivated individual who excels both independently and as part of a team will find this role particularly rewarding.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Analyzing and interpreting financial transactions such as capital transactions to ensure they comply with State and Federal Rules and Regulations.
  • Preparing supporting schedules in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
  • Perform routine ledger reconciliations,
  • Process weekly Federal grant reimbursements,
  • Prepare accurate financial reporting packages.

As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
  • Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
  • Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
  • Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
  • Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa Apply now!

The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us

Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify; a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit

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