Accountant II - Bonds Management Unit
Salary
$48,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9432-0411-20261112hind
Department
0411 - MDA-MISSISSIPPI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Opening Date
11/12/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$48,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$55,000.00
About the Agency
The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is the states lead economic and community development agency. MDA recruits new companies to Mississippi, helps existing companies expand and provides support to foster growth and new opportunities in a variety of areas, including energy, small and minority business, trade, film, retiree recruitment and more. Additionally, MDA attracts millions of visitors to the state each year through Visit Mississippi, the tourism division of the agency. MDA also supports pass-through funding and provides support for a variety of grant programs and non-profits, such as Innovate Mississippi and Mississippi Main Street Association.
About the Position
Characteristics of Work: The Accountant II performs accounting functions within the Bonds Management Unit of the Mississippi Development Authority's Accounting and Finance Division. Responsibilities include processing loan and grant disbursements and repayments, tracking program fund balances, and supporting financial reporting in accordance with the established Bond Policy. The position requires sound business judgment in handling loan- and grant-related matters, assisting with financial research and special projects, and working collaboratively to support the unit's daily operations. Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Process accounting transactions in Mississippi's Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration (MAGIC) using appropriate budget, cost center, internal order, and other accounting codes. • Process all payments to grant and loan recipients. • Process repayments received from loan recipients. • Track grant and loan balances across agency programs to ensure compliance with the established Bond Policy. • Monitor fund balances for programs administered by the agency. • Assist the manager with research projects requested by agency employees, legislative members, and external partners. • Complete special projects, provide coverage during staff absences, and assist coworkers with other assigned duties as workload permits. • Use Microsoft Excel and Word to support assigned accounting responsibilities.
What youll need to be Successful
To be successful, the candidate should have strong attention to detail, sound business judgment, and the ability to accurately process financial transactions, track account balances, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively using Microsoft Excel, Word, and MAGIC.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience and/or appropriate certification. Agency preferred qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in related fields such as business or accounting. Experience: Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Required Skills: Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word; attention to detail in processing financial transactions and maintaining records; ability to track account balances, organize work, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively. Preferred Experience: Preference given to applicants with knowledge of Mississippi's Accountability System for Government Information and Collaboration (MAGIC). Familiarity with budgets, cost centers, internal orders and other MAGIC coding is a plus.
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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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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
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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
| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $48,000–$55,000 Per Year |
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