ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE
Full-Time Contractual Positions
Recruitment #22-004545-0003
Department | Maryland State Retirement and Pension Systems |
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Date Opened | 3/21/2023 09:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 4/4/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $42,717.00 - $69,134.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Cecelia Smith |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Introduction
The Maryland State Retirement Agency is the
administrator of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (“System”).
The System is a $67.6 billion defined benefit retirement system covering
governmental employees within the State of Maryland.
The Agency is seeking to hire three (3)
Accountant Trainees to add to its Finance Division. Primary duties include
efficient and accurate General and Subsidiary Ledger accounting, maintenance
and full cycle level of closing accounting books and records in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); preparation of financial
statements, graphs, charts, presentations, and communications both for internal
and external distribution; research and resolution of complex problems and
sensitive issues and the ability to exercise creativity in devising solutions
to problems. Must also maintain organized and concise files of important
documents, reports, and records and assist in responding to audit inquiries and
requests.
This is a contractual position with the
potential of becoming a permanent hire.
Please note this position will serve at the pleasure of the agency
appointing authority.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
120 East Baltimore Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Accountant Trainees have
but are not limited to the following responsibilities:
Maintaining accounts receivable, document bills and supporting documentation
Maintaining accounts payable, ensure timely payment of invoices, confirming validity of the debt and gathering appropriate signatures
Assisting with Timekeeping and Payroll processing
Updating financial records via accounting software
Preparing annual budgets under the purview of senior management
Analyzing financial statements and prepare balance sheets
Assisting with the month-end and year-end full closing process and production of required financial reports and filings.
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: None
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 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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking to acquire motivated candidates with the
following desired attributes:
An eager desire to learn and professionally develop into a
strong analytical and competent advanced accountant.
The ability to read and review numbers, analytics and
statistics.
Solid organizational skills with maintaining financial
files, documents, and notes.
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the
following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on
your application regarding your qualifications.
At least one year of experience using Microsoft Excel and
Word
At least one year experience in preparing and processing
financial transactions
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.