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ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED

Recruitment #23-004549-0003

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Introduction

MHBE is accepting applications for a vacant Accountant Advanced position! 

Maryland Health Benefit Exchange is responsible for the administration of Maryland Health Connection, the State's health insurance marketplace, under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010(ACA). MHBE works with the Maryland Department of Health, Maryland Insurance Administration, Department of Human Services, and stakeholders statewide.

Vision Statement: High-quality, affordable health coverage for all Marylanders.
Mission Statement: We improve the health and well-being of Marylanders by connecting them with
high-quality, affordable health coverage through innovation, technology, and customer service.
Values: Diverse & Inclusive, Innovative, Collaborative, & Ethical.

For more information on MHBE, please visit our website.

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

MHBE is adhering to a hybrid work schedule. Work for this position will be completed at a remote location of your choice (3 days) and at our office located at 750. E. Pratt St, 6th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 (2 days).

Main Purpose of Job

The Accountant Advanced for MHBE will coordinate fiscal activities including but not limited to accounting, budgeting, grant, and fiscal management. The Accountant Advanced will also implement and maintain performance standards and reviews to evaluate accounting activities, records, and reports to determine if they provide a basis for making sound fiscal judgements and if program objectives are being met.

POSITION DUTIES

  • 30% - Assist in the preparation of the operation budget by reviewing program format establish by the State and DBM within the timeline set forth, track fund limitations, and compliance with departmental, agency policies & procedures, and best industry practices. Analyze and calculate operational budget on a monthly, quarterly, calendar, and fiscal year basis.
  • 25% - Complies supporting fiscal and statistical data by verifying actual expenditures and budget figures to present to the CFO, Senior Leadership Team, the Board, and other relevant internal and external stakeholders.    
  • 20% - Monitors expenditures, prepared periodic and special budget projections on a quarterly timeline and recommends adjustments in budget appropriations to meet operational necessities.
  • 10% - Conducts the annual fiscal year end closeout in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • 5% - Manage grant funding from all sources.
  • 5% - Provides information to auditors reviewing the fiscal services unit and develops and implements corrective action plans resulting from audit exceptions.
  • 4% - Oversees expenditures pertaining to inventory and supply activities.
  • 1% - Represent the Fiscal department in internal and external meetings related to Exchange fiscal and budget matters.

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

  • Experience with FMIS or comparable software
  • Expertise with Microsoft Excel or comparable software
  • Has knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP) and its applications in accounting, budgeting, and finance

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Not Applicable.

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 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

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

  • Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
  • Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year
  • Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year
  • Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child
  • Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year
  • Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension
  • 401(k) – State employees can contribute to a supplemental Retirement Plan

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may
submit a paper application and resume: 
via email: jasciel.stamp@maryland.gov 
via mail: MHBE Office of Human Resources 
750 E. Pratt St, 6th Floor Baltimore, MD 21202 

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Applications must be received no later than the close of business on the closing date.
 
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling MDTTY Relay Service. 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 your Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issues before the employer can take any employment action against you.




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