Introduction
The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is the state’s primary social service provider, serving over one million Marylanders annually. The Department, through its 24 local departments of social services, aggressively pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City. DHS works in every community in Maryland to positively impact the lives of Marylanders.
This position is hybrid telework eligible.
GRADE
16
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services
Child Support Enforcement Administration
311 West Saratoga Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
POSITION DUTIES
This position provides accounting support to the General Accounting and Banking Services Unit of Child Support Administration through the development and maintenance of various complex accounting systems that include the General Ledger, the Child Support Enforcement System (CSES), online banking systems, and complex spreadsheets. All systems accounting require an advanced level of work examining, analyzing, and reconciling to the central disbursement bank account and all work must be performed in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The staff accountant in this position prepares the general ledger required to operate a centralized disbursement accounting system for the statewide issuance of Child Support payments. The system of collection and disbursement of child support checks is operationalized through DHS’s Child Support Enforcement Systems (CSES), State Treasurer’s Office (STO) Disbursement system and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) issuance systems in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), state and federal rules and regulations. These advanced accounting systems result in the issuance of over 140,000 checks and an annual total amount of over $543 million dollars in child support collections and disbursements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.
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.
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.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
One year of experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
One year of experience in bank reconciliation and using online banking software.
One year of experience using ADPICS and R*STARS for accounting purposes.
One year experience using Microsoft Excel (to include creating spreadsheets, using formulas, pivot tables/power pivots, analyzing/working with data and charts, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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Personal Leave - new State
employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start
date).
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Annual Leave - ten (10) days of
accumulated annual leave per year.
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Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days
of accumulated sick leave per year.
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Parental Leave - up to sixty
(60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
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Holidays - State employees also
celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
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Pension - State employees earn
credit towards a retirement pension.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 142 Baltimore, Maryland 21201.
All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to cynthia.mcmillian@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
If you have any questions concerning this recruitment process for this position, please contact 410-767-7199.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
