ACCOUNTANT I

This is a Position-Specific Recruitment for the Department of Human Services-Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services in Annapolis, Maryland. 

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Department of Human Services

Finance Unit

Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services 

80 West St.

Annapolis MD 21401

This position utilizes and analyzes information in accounting systems, accounting records and fiscal reports. The person in this position reviews and authorizes financial transactions for submission to fiscal control agencies. In this position, the person utilizes computerized financial applications and office software to include spreadsheet software and database applications.

Reviews and authorizes financial transactions for submission to fiscal control agencies. Utilizes computerized financial applications and office software to include spreadsheet software and database applications. Performs reconciliation of all financial accounts. Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of journal entries and interagency transfer in FMIS. Participates in the establishment and maintenance of internal accounting controls.

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.

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

1. One year of experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

2. One year of experience with following any of these State of Maryland financial systems such as Financial Management Information System (FMIS), Automated Fiscal System (AFS), MD County financial system, MD University financial system.

3. One year of experience creating and drafting financial reports.

4. One year of experience in reconciling financial systems.

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.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies. 

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.  

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 133, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 P.M. on the closing date.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application. 

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-0882.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-7414.    

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 applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

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