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ACCOUNTANT I

Recruitment #18-004546-0001

GRADE

14

LOCATION OF POSITION

Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031 

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the Accountant I position is to provide intermediate-level professional accounting work, applying generally accepted accounting principles and practices to the recording, adjusting, categorizing, summarizing, and analyzing of financial data for the Subsequent Injury Fund (SIF).  The incumbent should be fully versed in Accounts Payable and Receivables, General Ledger, Profit & Loss, and account reconciliation processes.  The position will adhere to statewide and departmental accounting procedures, directives, and guidelines. 

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: One year 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 the required experience.

4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for 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

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

Experience interpreting and calculating Workers’ Compensation payment Awards

Experience collecting delinquent accounts receivable and making State Central Collection Unit referrals

Experience with procurement and management of fixed assets

Proficiency using QuickBooks, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Professional written and oral communication skills

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum 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 employment (eligible) list for at least one year.  This list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees. 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.

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.  

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to:      

DBM Recruitment & Examination Division

301 West Preston Street, Room 608                  

Baltimore, MD 21201         

Attention: S. Hudson

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by the closing date.

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you have questions concerning this recruitment, please call 410-767-4910.

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, and encourage them to apply.




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