Early Childhood Financial Reporting Specialist
STAFF SPECIALIST III EDUCATION
Recruitment #22-005298-0008
Department | MSDE - Division of Early Childhood Development |
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Date Opened | 6/15/2022 11:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 6/29/2022 11:00:00 AM |
Salary | $54,822.00 -71,488/ year with the potential to grow to $89,738.00 |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Marcia Cooper-Stokes |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
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
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
·
Budget
and expenditure analysis for ARP Act Child Care Development Grant (ARP
CCDF) This position is
responsible for monitoring and analyzing expenditures of the above-referenced
programs. The incumbent in this position must have detailed knowledge of
Federal laws and regulations governing funds received. The incumbent must also
have detailed knowledge of state fiscal policies and procedures in order to
develop projected fund expenditures based on available data. Some programs are
subdivided into projects, each requiring a separate accounting of funds. The
analysis consists of:
1.
Prepares budget and expenditure
projections for the monthly or quarterly status of grant funds reports which
require balancing possible over-expenditures in other areas that directly
impact on the budget and program.
2.
Evaluates program effectiveness
of use of funds in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, rules,
and regulations and program goals by monitoring expenditures and preparing
statistical data to track funding and spending.
3.
Prepares coordinates,
compiles, reviews and edits the budget documents. Maintaining expenditure data
reports for the project/program office.
·
Budget
policy and procedure development
1.
Provides advice and guidance to
the assistant superintendent, directors, grant managers, and others regarding
fiscal and grant related matters. Analyzes, researches, and reports on
departmental fiscal matters.
2.
Implements and provides fiscal
management for funds awarded under ARP CCDF which are issued as grants and
contracts by the Division of Early Childhood. Maintaining and monitoring
timely processing of invoices, including periodic tracking of balances on
requisitions and grants. Prepares and confirms the availability of funds for
grant/contract reimbursements to local school systems, contractors, and private
vendors and other recipients for disbursement of funds
3.
Represents the
department/division at meetings.
4.
Develops the financial portion
of the State request and Federal ARP CCDF Grant and the federal financial
reports. Writes detailed justification for items requested by program. Serve as
a liaison between the various agency support units Interacts with the
budget and general accounting on complex budget/or expenditure issues, projections,
deficits and modifications. Discusses and decides budget and expenditure
issues.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3-year grant accounting or/and grant monitoringKnowledge of GAAP Accounting
- Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulation (CFR)
- Knowledge of advance functions using Microsoft Excel
- Ability to reconcile, analyze data and produce variance analysis
SELECTION PROCESS
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
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 410-333-8950 or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. 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 410-767-0019, TDD 410-333-3045. 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 is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 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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