UI Tax Accountant Professional III

The Maryland Department of Labor, (MD Labor), Division of Unemployment Insurance is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of UI Tax Accountant Professional III. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year after the closing date of the announcement. 

100 S. Charles Street. Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

The main purpose of this position, UI Tax Accountant Professional III, is to provide a full performance level of work in the Wage Reporting and Accounting Unit within the Accounting and Fund Management Section within the Unemployment Insurance Contributions Division (UI) of the Department of Labor (DOL) applying generally accepted accounting principles. This position receives general supervision from the Wage Reporting and Accounting Unit Assistant Supervisor. This position examines, analyzes, and interprets accounting systems, records, and reports within the Re-Employment BEACON system by applying generally accepted accounting principles; maintains UI accounting systems and accounting records; prepares financial and management reports; reviews and approves financial transactions specifically related to the Unemployment Insurance program; reviews and takes appropriate action on work items generated through the Re-Employment BEACON system; assists with development and revision of UI accounting policies to improve UI accounting controls and efficiency; assists with formulating internal controls to ensure the reliability and security of UI funds and records. The position requires extensive knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principles and various programs within unemployment insurance, as well as federal and state unemployment insurance law.

· Examines, analyzes and interprets accounting systems, records and reports within Re-Employment BEACON system by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

· Performs advanced level cost accounting, system accounting federal fund accounting to develop and implement detailed accounting systems not available in general accounting system.

· Reviews and approves financial transactions specifically related to the Unemployment Insurance program.

· Reviews and take appropriate action on work items generated through the Re-Employment BEACON systems

· Maintains UI accounting systems and accounting records.

· Prepares monthly reconciliations with bank records.

· Reconciles the unemployment insurance clearing account subsidiary ledger, benefit account subsidiary ledger, and trust account subsidiary ledger to the bank statements and trust fund statement monthly. Any discrepancies that are found are resolved either with bank representatives or personnel from the Financial Transaction Unit.

· Assists in gathering and supplying information to both internal and external auditors (including legislative auditors).

· Prepares financial reports or statements and gives fiscal advice to UI management.

· Participates in required training necessary to carry out job functions and to gain knowledge in Maryland’s Unemployment Insurance laws, regulations, and directives.

· Participates in cross-training among them and may be called upon to provide support when a

· particular unit is operating under a deficiency.

Applications that meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring manager for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview. 

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, or a Bachelor’s degree with 30 credit hours in accounting and/or related courses.

Experience: Three years of professional accounting experience or three years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experience.

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. 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.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Strong written and oral communication experience.

Personnel employed in this classification will have access to federal tax information and must undergo a state and FBI criminal background check as a condition of employment. 

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.

Please note: A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

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.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

● Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking

● Paid holidays 12-13 per year

● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)

● State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)

● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)

● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no    deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services

● Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare

● State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767- 4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov.

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status.

 If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Chevelle Wise 410-230-6293 or submit via email to chevelle.wise@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

 PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

 Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

 Maryland Department of Labor/Office of Administration

Attn: UI Tax Accountant Professional III (26-001162-0001) CW
100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Ste. 5000
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

 Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.