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FISCAL ACCOUNTS TECHNICIAN I

Recruitment #22-004522-0017

Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.

GRADE

ASTD11

LOCATION OF POSITION

2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, Maryland  21218

Main Purpose of Job

This is intermediate level work in rehabilitation services within the Office of Administration and Finance, Social Security Programs Unit of the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). The position reconciles agency accounting and fiscal control systems for the processing of third party payments. The position also develops and maintains spreadsheets and ledgers of payment, and produces reports on third party budgets.

POSITION DUTIES

Develop and maintain fiscal records including spreadsheets, ledgers and budgetary reports in order to provide analysis and support to Social Security Programs Unit for third party billing, cost reimbursement, the SSA Ticket to Work Program, and associated data and fiscal control systems in compliance with agency, state and federal policies. Additionally,  the position oversees third party invoicing, processing of payments, and maintenance of client ledgers through coordination with DORS consumers, field counselors, and WTC staff. Further, the position provides support to the DORS accounting unit for the processing of expense reports, bill payments and rent payments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of experience reviewing, verifying, recording, adjusting and balancing financial transactions.

Notes:

1. Experience calculating and recording financial, statistical or other numerical data may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required high school education.

2. Six credit hours in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in Financial Clerical/Finance Technicians classifications or specialty codes in the financial field of work at a rate of one year of military experience for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience using the State of MD Financial Management Information System (FMIS) 
  • Experience with a client/case management system.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must consent to State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If the applicant is unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resources Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application, if you are unable to apply online.

All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the address listed.

Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9394, TDD (410) 554-9399. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, and travel throughout the State are required. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment. 

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.  

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