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ACCOUNTANT II

Recruitment #18-006732-0002

GRADE

State Salary Grade: 15

LOCATION OF POSITION

2301 Argonne Drive

Baltimore, Maryland  21218

Main Purpose of Job

To assist the Accountant Supervisor and the Maryland Business Enterprise Program (MBEP) management in the budget preparation, maintaining accountability of program funds, in meeting obligations to facility managers and in maintaining good accounting practices. To distribute credit card charges to cost centers in the State's Financial Management Information System (FMIS), and to prepare the required annual federal reports.

POSITION DUTIES

Track and maintain monthly financial activity of the  MBEP, execute and recordkeeping of commission, benefit and subsidy payments to managers in the MBEP, record equipment inventory and record  bank deposits;  prepare monthly revenue & expenditure summary and project year-end fund status; analyze account balances and prepare year-end trial balance and audit schedules for annual audit of the MBEP;   perform monthly journal entries to allocate credit card charges from the Comptroller's Holding Account in FMIS to the appropriate cost centers and object codes; prepare payroll and related business returns for the Program's managed vending facilities; prepare semi and annual federal reports when requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.

Experience:

Two years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles. Experience working the State of Maryland Financial Management Information System (FMIS) is preferred.

Notes:

  1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with thirty credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing, for the required education.  
  2. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above.
  3. Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
  4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required experience.
  5. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Accounting Officer classification or Financial Management specialty codes in the Accounting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, theory, procedures and methods; knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards; knowledge of business administration and management practices; knowledge of fiscal control reporting policies and procedures; knowledge of commercial accounting systems as related to State or federal charges and reporting requirements; skill in designing, modifying and implementing accounting methods and procedures to increase reliability and efficiency of accounting operations;  skill in identifying and correcting non-conforming entries made to internal and external accounting systems;  skill in applying fiscal policies in the establishment of fiscal control measures; skill in preparing, analyzing and interpreting financial reports and statements; skill in interpreting and applying State and federal laws, policies, regulations and rules to agency accounting operations;  skill in using computerized fiscal applications and software to include spreadsheet software and data base applications; skill in managing work time efficiently and effectively under deadlines; ability to communicate effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other accountants, agency fiscal staff, agency management personnel, information processing personnel, payroll personnel, representatives from fiscal control agencies, auditors and federal officials

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must complete the MD State Government on-line application for employment recruitment #18-006732-0002. The Application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications for the position. Paper applications can be completed and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resource Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218.

To obtain a paper application visit our website dors.state.md.us or marylandpublicschools.org. TDD (410) 554-9399. Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9424. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, and travel throughout the State are required.

This position has been designated as a Special Appointment. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.




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