ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED
Contractual
Recruitment #22-004549-0002
Department | Maryland State Retirement and Pension Systems |
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Date Opened | 1/21/2022 10:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 2/11/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $51,481.00 - $84,061.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Cecelia Smith |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Introduction
The Maryland State Retirement
Agency is the administrator of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System
(“System”). The System is a $67.6 billion defined benefit retirement system
covering governmental employees within the State of Maryland.
The Agency is seeking to hire
three (3) experienced accountants to add to its Finance Division.
Primary duties include efficient and accurate General and Subsidiary Ledger
accounting, maintenance and closing in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP); preparation of financial statements, graphs,
charts, presentations and communications both for internal and external
distribution; research and resolution of complex problems and sensitive issues
and the ability to exercise creativity in devising solutions to problems. Must
also maintain organized and concise files of important documents, reports, and
records and assist in responding to audit inquiries and requests.
This is a contractual position
with the potential of becoming a permanent hire. Please note this position will serve at the
pleasure of the agency appointing authority.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
120 E Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD
21202
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
To include processing and
accounting for, but not be limited to, the following:
·
Accounts Receivables Billings
and Collections
·
Accounts Payables
and/or Payroll Processing
·
Daily Cash Receipts
and Monthly Benefit Payments to retirees
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: Three 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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Accounting or
auditing experience preparing, processing and/or reconciling general ledger
cash, receivables,
payables, revenues, and expenses.
• Preparing financial
statements, excel spreadsheets and required note disclosures.
• Preparation, review,
and implementation of accounting processes and procedures.
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.
For education obtained outside
the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a
foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.
Due to the confidential nature of the work, selected candidates must undergo and pass a background check.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a
rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements
of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate
information on your application. Please report all experience and
education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly
recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application
and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:
Department of Budget and
Management, Recruitment and Examination Division
301 W. Preston Street, Room 608
Baltimore, MD 21201
Paper application materials
must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No
postmarks will be accepted.
For questions regarding this
recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at
Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service
1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their
service to our country.
People with disabilities and
bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity
employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting
employees who are reflective of the State's diversity