Accountant/Auditor 1

Accountant/Auditor 1

Salary

$37,536.00 - $65,020.00 Annually

Location

Kanawha County, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

DAS2700006 PSA

Department

DHS - Division of Administrative Services

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY

KANAWHA

Civil Service Type:

Classified - This Position is Covered Under the DOP Merit System.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Work

The West Virginia Division of Administrative Services is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as an Accountant/Auditor 1. This is a training-level position designed for those starting their career in government accounting. Under direct supervision, you will participate in both formal and on-the-job training to learn how to manage federal and state grants. Your core focus will be training and learning the monthly review, validation, and authorization of fund distributions to sub-grantees, ensuring all transactions meet rigorous standards. To ensure seamless operations, the incumbent will frequently collaborate with criminal justice program specialists to proactively resolve any issues or deficiencies.

We are looking for a motivated individual with a basic understanding of accounting and auditing principles. Since this is an entry-level role in a fast-paced office, you should be well-organized and ready to learn how to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Good communication skills are essential for success as you will work closely with our team and sub-grantees.

This role involves highly sensitive data, the administrator must exercise strict confidentiality regarding sub-grantee grant information and any associated personally identifiable information (PII). Technical proficiency is a key component of the daily workflow. The candidate must be skilled in using Microsoft Office and Google applications to manage administrative tasks.

Applicants must possess a valid drivers license and will be subject to a comprehensive criminal history records check. We will complete an extensive inquiry into job-related information to determine suitability for the position. This may include, but is not limited to, reviews of criminal records, driving records, past employment history, and education and training credentials. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or the subsequent discovery of disqualifying information will result in immediate denial of employment, regardless of when that information is discovered.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.

OR

Substitution: Certification or registration as a Public Accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the training.

NOTE: At the appointing agency's discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying training or certification. The qualifying training or certification must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.

Other Information

• Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelors degree in Accounting.

State employment offers a variety of benefits. Click HERE to visit the Division of Personnels Benefits Page.

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The minimum qualifications for this job title are: Training: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting. OR Substitution: Certification or registration as a Public Accountant in West Virginia may be substituted for the training. NOTE: At the appointing agencys discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying training or certification. The qualifying training or certification must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent. Please note: All college, university or vocational school education, licensure or certification must be verified by attaching a copy of an official transcript, license, or certificate to your online application or by emailing it to the West Virginia Division of Personnel at: applicantservices@wv.gov Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or be clearly stated on your attached resume in order for them to be considered as qualifying experience toward the minimum qualifications. Please include details of daily job duties on your online application or resume. How do you qualify for this job title?

• I have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting.
• I have certification or registration as a public accountant in West Virginia.
• I have both a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester hours in accounting AND certification or registration as a public accountant in West Virginia.
• I do not qualify in any of the above mentioned ways. DO NOT APPLY.

02

AGENCY PREFERENCE: Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelors degree in Accounting. Do you have a Bachelors degree in accounting?

• Yes, I have a Bachelors degree in accounting.
• No, I do not have a Bachelors degree in accounting.

03

How many years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional accounting or auditing experience do you have? Please note the official West Virginia Division of Personnel definition of "professional" level work: "Professional - Work which requires the application of theories, principles and methods typically acquired through completion of a Bachelors degree or higher or comparable experience; requires the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in the research, analysis, interpretation and application of acquired theories, principles and methods to work product." Examples of professional accounting may include using Generally Accepted Principles and Practices (GAAP) accounting, establishing and maintaining budgets, auditing, preparing financial reports, forensic accounting, financial forecasting, using accounting software, government accounting, and working with general ledger/journal entries, adjustments, and balancing. PLEASE NOTE: experience performing tax preparation with a retail tax preparation service such a H & R Block and Jackson Hewitt does not count as qualifying professional level accounting experience for this job title.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 7 years
• 7 or more years

04

If you have a Bachelors degree with twenty-four 24 semester hours in accounting, please list your accounting courses here (Please note: All college/university education must be verified by attaching a copy of an official transcript to your online application or by emailing it to the West Virginia Division of Personnel at applicantservices@wv.gov) If you qualify by having certification or registration as a Public Accountant in the state of West Virginia, please enter "CPA" here.

05

If you have certification or registration as a Public Accountant in the State of West Virginia, please list your license number and information here for online verification. If not, please type "NONE" here.

06

Type information about any college degrees, business school, vocational training or licensure here. Be as accurate as possible. This information will be used to determine your qualifications. For each entry, include details such as the degree, certificate or licensure earned, major/field of study, dates attended/graduated, and the name of the institution. Use the following examples as a guide:

• Degree: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Accounting) 12/09/2023 West Virginia State University
• Some college: 36 semester hours Spring 2021-Fall 2021 Marshall University
• Vocational-Technical school: 580 Clock Hours in Arc Welding May 2023 Ben Franklin Career Center
• Licensure/Certification: West Virginia Professional Engineering License 2024 If you have no relevant training or education to document, type "NONE" here.

07

Were all of the jobs listed on your application or resumé full-time positions? If not, please list your part-time positions below. If all of your jobs were full-time, please enter "Yes".

08

Were all of the jobs listed on your online application or resumé paid? If not, please list your unpaid positions below. If all of your jobs were paid, please enter "Yes". Please note that compensation may not only be salary or wages; it may also be room and board, gas mileage, etc.

09

AFFIRMATION: I certify under penalty of law and disqualification that all statements are true and complete. I authorize the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf to conduct an inquiry into any job-related information contained in this application. I release the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf from any and all liability by reason of the request for such information. I further authorize and request each former employer, educational institution, or organization (including law enforcement agencies) to provide all information that may be sought in connection with this application. WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION: Unofficial transcripts High school diplomas or transcripts Birth certificates Social Security Cards Driver's Licenses Passports These documents will be removed from your profile if submitted.

• I consent to the above statement.

Required Question

Employer West Virginia

Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East

Building 3 Suite 500

Charleston, West Virginia, 25305

Phone (304) 558-3950

Website http://personnel.wv.gov