Staff Accountant

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant for its Birmingham office. This position provides professional accounting, budgeting, and financial support for the agency and its assigned departments. This role serves as a trusted business partner to program leaders, ensures compliance with State of Alabama fiscal policies and laws, and supports accurate, timely financial operations.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare state purchase orders, solicitations, and bid documents in Alabama Buys in accordance with all applicable State policies, procedures, and laws.Serve as the agency's primary liaison with the State Comptroller's Office on matters related to processing STAARS documents.Review and audit assigned departments' purchase requisitions and travel forms for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.Monitor assigned state budgets; analyze variances and recommend or implement revisions as needed.Prepare assigned month-end account reconciliations and expense allocations; research and resolve discrepancies.Assist with annual and mid-year budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting.Serve as the business partner for assigned departments by providing financial guidance and advice to department heads and staff.Communicate financial, payroll, or accounting changes and impacts; develop and conduct formal trainings as needed.Respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.Review timecard entries in Workforce Now (WFN) for assigned departments; collaborate with supervisors to resolve exceptions and incomplete timecards.Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Accounting.Current, permanent status as an Accountant with the State Merit System.Two (2) years of experience performing professional-level accounting, financial auditing, and/or compliance auditing work.Strongly Preferred QualificationsTwo (2) or more years of experience utilizing Alabama Buys for procurement and financial transactions.Experience using STAARS (State of Alabama Accounting and Resource System) to support financial, procurement, and budget-related transactions and processes.Strong computer skills, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).Excellent customer service skills including communication in-person, by telephone, written correspondence, and the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial staff.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independentlyBenefitsHealth | Dental | Vision | Cancer | FSA insurance options for employees and eligible dependentsPension plan Paid annual and sick leavePaid parental leaveThirteen paid holidaysOPEN UNTIL FILLEDHow To ApplyYou must follow the instructions below before submitting your application here.This is a State of Alabama Merit System position. To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for the Staff Accountant classification - Class Code: 10612.Use the following link to apply directly online: Apply HereYou may also download a blank application at personnel.alabama.gov. Submit your completed application by mail, fax, or email:The State of Alabama Personnel Department 64 North Union Street, Suite 300Montgomery, AL 36130Phone: (334) 242-3389Fax: (334) 242-1110Email:

Created: 2026-04-02