Cost Allocation Manager (Senior Accountant)

The Division or Finance and Administrative Services (DFAS) is seeking applications for a Cost Allocation Manager (Senior Accountant) to join our Grants and Cost Allocation Unit located in Cole County. This is a non-supervisory position.

Job Posting Number: 4028 8682005

Semi-Monthly Salary: $2,821.72

Annual Salary: $67,721.28

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift, or time-of-service pay).

Job Location: This position will be located at the Broadway State Office Building; 221 West High Street, Jefferson City, MO.

Why you’ll love this position: The Department of Social Services (DSS) partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

The Division of Finance and Administrative Services-Grants and Cost Allocation Unit is the Department’s financial team responsible for cost allocation and financial grant reporting. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the team and play a key role in developing cost allocation plans and processes that support the Department and further it’s mission. In this position, you will use your analytical and communication skills to prepare the Department’s Public Assistance Cost Allocation Plan (PACAP), Cost Impact Statement (CIS) and other supporting documents for federal agency review and approval on a quarterly basis.

The work hours for this position are 8:00 to 5:00, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do:

• Prepare and submit the PACAP, CIS and all other supporting documents to respective federal agencies for review and approval on a quarterly basis.

• Work with Divisional Fiscal Liaisons, Human Resources and other stakeholders to understand and define organizational structure and financial impact as it relates to cost allocation.

• Identify appropriate allocation methodologies to maximize federal reimbursement.

• Direct or assist in the development, implementation and/or revision of new or existing policies, practices and procedures related to cost allocation.

• Respond to inquiries regarding the PACAP, cost allocation methodologies, federal financial participation or other related to cost allocation including accurate and timely state and federal audit resolution.

• Maintain a highly organized and accurate audit trail supporting all PACAP submissions.

• Provide cost allocation related training to Divisional Fiscal Liaisons, Human Resources, stakeholders, sub-recipients and other parties, as assigned and necessary.

• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications - All you need for Success

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public or Business Administration or closely related field; and, four or more years of relevant experience and/or appropriate certification. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in state government cost allocation, federal grant administration and financial auditing
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong attention to detail and change management
• Ability to effectively analyze and organize information
• Time and project management to meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationship with various stakeholders
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply rules, regulations or other guidance to cost allocation processes

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position, please contact Brenda Becker at Brenda.S.Becker@dss.mo.gov. If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-751-4244.

Recruitment Area : Accepting applications from all qualified candidates.

Application Deadline: February 21, 2026

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