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Systems Control Accountant Supervisor, Comptroller

General Accounting Division

Recruitment #25-004582-0002

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Introduction

 

 

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT TEMPORARY, CONTRACTUAL AND PERMANENT STATE OF MARYLAND EMPLOYEES

 

This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting certified eligible list may be used to staff several current and future vacancies for this position/function only.

 

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, MD 

Main Purpose of Job

Are you an experienced government accountant who thrives on the details of operational accounting and financial reporting? Do terms like budget amendments, encumbrances, fund balances, and appropriations spark your interest? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you! 
The General Accounting Division of the Comptroller of Maryland, located in historic and picturesque Annapolis, is seeking a highly motivated Accounting Supervisor to join our Financial Operations and Reporting Team. This position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of Maryland’s statewide accounting and financial reporting systems. Reporting to the Manager of Systems Control and Operations, the Accounting Supervisor will: 
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting data within the Statewide Financial Management Information System (FMIS). 
  • Support the development and coordination of statewide financial reporting systems and accounting methodologies. 
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and all statutory financial reporting requirements. 
  • Oversee the daily operations of the Accounting Operations Section, contributing to the agency’s mission of fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Important Notes: Employees of the Comptroller of Maryland are prohibited from preparing tax returns for compensation due to potential conflicts of interest. Vacation leave is limited during fiscal closeout (July through December).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.

Experience: Three years of experience ensuring appropriate and consistent interpretation of and compliance with statutory and generally accepted accounting principles in a fiscal control agency or three years of experience supervising professional accounting functions.

Notes: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in financial management classification or financial management specialty codes in the accounting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

** For education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalence evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate, Experience in State Government Accounting

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Current State Employees Only 

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Upon appointment (new hires and/or transfers) must successfully undergo fingerprinting. Disqualifying charges may include any felony; any crime of moral turpitude, e.g. embezzlement, fraud, tax evasion or bribery; any crime of identity theft or impersonation; any crime of assault or battery; and any crime relating to the use or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance other than marijuana, regardless of the age of the offense or the specifications of the position.

*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you choose email as the option to submit your application/required additional information, you must include the following information on at least one the pages you submit. 

  1. First and Last Name 
  2. Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin) 
  3. The last four digits of your SS# 
If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email mperez-faukner@marylandtaxes.gov at Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources. 

If you are having 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 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. 

If you need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADA), 2008 please contact the director of EEO & Fair Practices Operations at 410-260-6630, or at fairpractices@marylandtaxes.gov for additional information.


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