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ACCOUNTANT I

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Recruitment #22-004546-0018

Introduction

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), is seeking an experienced and energetic individual to fill the position of Accountant I in their office of Budget and Administration.  

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

6 North Liberty Street, 10th FL, Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Accountant I – Budget & Administration serves as the accounts payable and accounts receivable specialist for the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC). The position ensures the bond re-payment program is accurately maintained in MHEC’s Bond repayment software. This position ensures all MHEC cash receipts are deposited timely and allocated to the correct programs. The position also leads a clerical accounts receivable position within the budget division. The employee must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Develop reports for external agencies and constituent groups. Serves as Timekeeper within SPS Workday and performs other fiscal duties as assigned.

POSITION DUTIES

The selected candidate will perform the following responsibilities:

· Enter payment information into the Financial Management Information System (FMIS)

· Process stop payments requests for undeliverable checks

· Responsible for the collections and posting of cash receipts

· Process all refunds and credits on returned grant funds

· Responsible for the collection and posting of revenue transactions

· Responsible for the annual collections of the Guaranty Student Tuition Fund

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: 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.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Desired Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will possess current knowledge and three years of A/P experience, involving processing invoices in FMIS.

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, accounting experience. 

Applicants should also have three years of experience performing reconciliations, working with cash receipts and submitting accounts to the Central Collection Unit (CCU).  

Three years extensive experience using Excel.

 

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

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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 Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

301 W. Preston St., Room 608

Baltimore, Maryland  21201

Recruitment# 22-004546-0018

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

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 our Veterans for their service to our country.

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.

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.A without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).




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