**REPOST** ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR I
ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR
Recruitment #24-004551-0003
Department | COMM - Ofc of Admin & Information Technology |
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Date Opened | 4/10/2024 09:32:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 5/15/2024 4:00:00 PM |
Salary | $64,828.00 - $108,780.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Dolores Churn |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Telework Eligible | Yes |
Introduction
**POSITION REPOSTED PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY*
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
This position will administer, plan, organize, and supervise an accountant/fiscal staff that performs accounts payable, working fund, revenue reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and banking services tasks; interpret, evaluate, and apply departmental policies, rules, and procedures; assist and train staff and program managers in accounting guidelines; and serve as liaison between the Office of Budget and Finance and agency units on accounting matters; oversee accurate and timely input of financial data into the statewide FMIS including vendor payments, agency transfers, expenses, disbursements. Incumbent reviews accounting policies, analyzes regulations and procedures and makes recommendations to the Director; directs fiscal year-end closeout; verifies the accuracy of daily accounting transactions, including deposits, revenue posting, and expenses adjustments; coordinates with program-level accountants to resolve discrepancies; reconciles suspense accounts and errors reports; resolves with the State Treasurer’s Office deposit and/or wire transfer errors recorded in the agency's suspense accounts; devises forms and prepares accounting procedure manual for staff who post data and keep records; reviews audit reports defending agency’s policies and make adjustments as needed; and prepares reports to include credit applications from vendors.
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: Four years 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 one year of the required experience.
4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of accounting 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
- BA in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Financial Management Information System (FMIS).
- Experience in directing fiscal year-end closeout of accounting records.
- Two years supervisory experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Some Statewide travel is required.
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.
Please make sure you answer the supplemental questionnaire.
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
If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at 410-767-6300. You may also visit our website at: http://commerce.maryland.gov/commerce