Statewide Accountant II

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For a complete list of benefits provided by The reputed company, please visit our benefits page Retirement: Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment. Contact Us: If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at [email protected] for assistance. The reputed company is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Apply To This Job