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Governmental Accounting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Accounting & Budget Manager

Sumter, SC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Understanding of governmental accounting standards, internal controls, public finance principles, and fiscal reporting requirements. * Proficiency with spreadsheet and accounting systems. * Strong ...

Accounting Manager

Dunedin, FL · On-site

$87K - $109K/yr

Manages the Accounting Division, ensuring the proper adherence to accepted governmental accounting standards and principles. Manages the activities of subordinate accounting staff. Duties include ...

Experience in in governmental accounting is highly desired * Experience in public accounting roles is highly desired. * Demonstrated expertise in complex reconciliations, journal entries, and ...

Accounting Manager

Dunedin, FL · On-site

$87K - $131K/yr

Manages the Accounting Division, ensuring the proper adherence to accepted governmental accounting standards and principles Manages the activities of subordinate accounting staff. Duties include ...

Experience in in governmental accounting is highly desired * Experience in public accounting roles is highly desired. * Demonstrated expertise in complex reconciliations, journal entries, and ...

Accountant I

Independence, MO · On-site

$55 - $70/hr

Maintain the City\'s capital asset records in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements. * Record acquisitions, transfers, disposals, depreciation, and ...

Accounting Manager

Lemont, IL · On-site

$78K - $117K/yr

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and knowledgeable finance professional with strong governmental accounting experience. A CPA is strongly preferred, although candidates with significant ...

... Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Pre‑audit financial documents to evaluate record completeness and ensure proper controls in ...

Accountant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Governmental accounting experience strongly preferred. * Public accounting experience highly desirable. * Proven expertise in complex reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis. Skills:

Validate accounting-related system configurations and ensure compliance with City accounting policies and governmental accounting standards * Support data cleansing, data validation, and financial ...

Accounting Manager

Oakland, CA · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Incumbents in this classification perform a variety of finance and accounting tasks involving complex governmental accounting and reporting processes. The Accounting Manager exercises direct ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for governmental accounting in the United States is $36.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What career paths are in governmental accounting?

Governmental accounting offers career paths such as government accountant, financial analyst, budget analyst, internal auditor, and compliance officer. These roles typically involve working for federal, state, or local agencies, requiring knowledge of public sector accounting standards and often certifications like the CPA or CGFM.

What does a governmental accountant do?

A governmental accountant manages and analyzes financial records for government agencies, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. They prepare budgets, conduct audits, and use accounting software to track public funds, often requiring knowledge of government accounting standards and certifications such as CPA or CGFM.
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Accounting & Budget Manager

Robert Half

Sumter, SC • On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

We are looking for an Accounting Manager for an organization located in Sumter, South Carolina. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support budget activities, and contribute to the preparation of key financial reports for the organization.


Responsibilities:

• Perform month end activities to include reconciliations for general ledger balances, bank accounts, receivables, cash activity, and related subsidiary records.

• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget by compiling information, analyzing figures, and supporting planning activities.

• Assist in preparing annual financial statements and other recurring or ad hoc reports required for fiscal oversight and decision-making.

• Complete and submit monthly sales and use tax filings in a timely and accurate manner.

• Assist with the external audits and help coordinate audit support activities.

• Support as needed with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and grant-related accounting transactions.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, or a closely related field.

• 3+ years of accounting experience; governmental accounting experience is strongly preferred.

• Working knowledge of month-end close activities, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, and journal entry preparation.

• Understanding of governmental accounting standards, internal controls, public finance principles, and fiscal reporting requirements.

• Proficiency with spreadsheet and accounting systems.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.


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About Robert Half

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half pioneered the idea of professional talent solutions to connect opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. As business needs changed, we evolved to offer specialized talent solutions for finance and accounting, technology, administrative and customer support, creative and marketing, and legal fields. In 2002, we introduced our subsidiary, Protiviti, a global independent risk consulting and internal audit service, to support companies as they faced more strategic business challenges.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

Year founded

1948