STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Accounting Careers Trainee

Target Class: Revenue Examiner 1

Recruitment #210330-0034AR-002

Introduction


Are you looking to enter and grow in the Accounting field? Does working with numbers while simultaneously helping the Department of Labor accomplish its mission resonate with you? If so, please consider applying for this awesome opportunity as an Accounting Careers Trainee!

Current students of Accounting or related business fields whose Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees (with at least 15 semester hours in Accounting) will be conferred in May/June 2021 are  also encouraged to apply! 

About Us:

The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

Your Role:

We are seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Accounting Careers Trainee (ACT) with a target class of Revenue Examiner 1These are full time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday positions, all located in Wethersfield, CT. 

As an ACT, you will gain valuable on-the-job training and  close supervision to help you master the skills you will need to complete your training program. The length of your training program will vary between one and two years based on your educational qualifications. After successful completion of the training program, you will be eligible for promotion to Revenue Examiner 1 without further competitive examination. 

In this role, you will learn to:

  • Conduct in-house examinations of tax returns and tax related documents;
  • Provide assistance to taxpayers involving CT Unemployment tax;
  • Contact tax debtors to secure full payment; locate tax debtors and levy sources; seek information relative to the financial standing of debtors; arrange for installment payments; correspond with debtors, accountants, and attorneys;  
  • Assist taxpayers in the preparation of returns or accounts owed; identify accounts which require issuance of liens/warrants, hearing, abatement, or attorney action and confers with employees of a higher level concerning appropriate action; 
  • Process liens/warrants as required; 
  • Conduct in-house research to resolve disputes; maintain complete and accurate records of contacts and relevant information; update departmental records; 
  • Make recommendations pertaining to collection procedures; assist in preparation of proof of claims for bankruptcy procedures; and,
  • Perform related duties as required.
You will be assigned to one of these four, exciting Units:

Delinquent Accounts: Responsible for the collection of delinquent Unemployment insurance taxes and the resolution of unresolved delinquent tax returns.

Employer Status: Identifies employer's liability for unemployment insurance coverage and assists them in their efforts to comply with state unemployment insurance laws and regulations.

Employer Tax Accounting: Responsible for the receipt of employer funds including ensuring the timely deposit and accurate posting of money and wage information through the processing of employer tax returns and the maintenance of taxable and reimbursable employer account ledgers.

Fund Accounting: Responsible to account for and maintain general financial control for all funds received and disbursed in the Connecticut Unemployment Compensation Program.

Salary Note:

Minimum Requirements

Hiring Rate

Completion of 1 year of Training

Bachelor's degree with 15 semester hours in accounting

Step 3 $52,825.00

 

Step 5: $56,379.00

Bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in accounting

Step 5: $56,379.00

Step 7: $59,945.00

 

Master's degree in a related field and 15 credits in accounting

Step 5: $56,379.00

Step 7: $59,945.00

 

Master's degree in a related field and 30 semester hours in accounting

Step 6: $58,167.00

 

Step 7: $59,945.00

 


We Offer:

We offer a competitive benefits package, excellent health care, generous leave policies, a retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and more.

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Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the time of hire.

All applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. Candidates who do not submit required documents listed above or submit your application accurately and on time, may not be considered for this employment opportunity.

Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system. Applicants who submit and subsequently withdraw their application will not be able to resubmit for the same posting. 

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. 

Interviews may be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. 

Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.  

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jennifer Neumann at Jennifer.neumann@ct.gov and reference the recruitment number.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional accounting or auditing position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Receives training in introductory accounting or auditing work for development of skills and knowledge in order to qualify for advancement into a professional agency accounting or auditing position; performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during the course of the training period; examines financial records of governmental or private businesses and accounting methods and procedures to ensure compliance with statutes, regulations, guidelines or accepted accounting principles; may receive training in such areas as maintaining financial records and accounts, establishing financial statements and schedules, and preparing budget estimates; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices; knowledge of business mathematics and statistics; some knowledge of business uses of information technology; some knowledge of effective report writing; ability to read and understand written materials; ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting or in a closely related business field with at least 15 semester hours in accounting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in accounting or bookkeeping either through volunteer, intern, or paid work experience
  • Experience preparing detailed and accurate financial reports
  • Experience using Excel to create reports and chart
  • Experience using accounting software to perform reconciliations and other related financial analyses
  • Experience providing verbal and written communication to a diverse population

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.