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ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR I

Recruitment #24-004551-0011

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Introduction


The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!  

 

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of Fiscal Services
301 W. Preston Street 
Baltimore, MD  21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position will assist in administering the State-wide financial management of the capital budget under the control of the Department of General Services (DGS). In addition, this position will direct and coordinate all the activities within this program for DGS. This position is also responsible for ensuring that the budgeted funds associated with each capital project are utilized as directed by the State Legislature and the Department of Budget Management. This position will supervise the Capital Projects Accounting Unit, and the team that processes invoices creates purchase orders, and prepares journal entries and account reconciliations.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:

- Assist in reviewing invoice payments processed by fiscal staff for final approval and submission to the State Comptroller’s Office.

- Manage skilled and paraprofessional staff, including planning, coordinating, supervising and evaluating staff work assignments. This includes hiring, training, and counselling.

- Assist with the direction and coordination of all activities relating to utilizing capital funds under the authority of DGS.

- Assist with managing the financial resources of the DGS Capital Funds Program via monthly reconciliations of the Capital Project Accounting System (CPAS) with the Financial Management Information System (FMIS).

- Assist and update various reports necessary to develop short and long-range financial plans.

- Review with Capital Unit Manager old open encumbrances and initiate the list for the reversion of funds for inactive projects.

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: Four 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 accounting 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 possess the following selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding all qualifications.

 

- Two years of experience using computerized fiscal applications and software, including spreadsheet software and data base applications to generate and analyze financial statements.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualifications. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

 

- One year of supervisory experience.

- Experience with the State of Maryland’s Financial Management Information System (FMIS).

- Experience with AS400 software.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please include all experience and education that is related to this position. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.  

Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.  You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.   

The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED.  The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended.  The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews.  Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.  

Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.  

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

- Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify

- Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

- Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

- Generous paid leave that increases with years of service

- Paid holidays

- Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

- Employee & employer contributory pension plan  


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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact minal.patel@maryland.gov or call 410-767-1386 with questions about this recruitment.  The on-line application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at www.dgs.maryand.gov - click on Employment on the left side of the screen. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD  21201 by the closing date and time. 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. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.




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