State of Maryland
The Accounting Department is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of the annual budget for the STO; provides general accounting services for the STO in the form of fund balance reconciliations, preparation of year-end closing records, maintenance of all financial records, preparation and posting of all Office financial transactions and processing of biweekly payroll; and maintains all accounting controls and procedures.
GRADE
15 (Salary Guidelines apply for State Employees)
LOCATION OF POSITION
Annapolis, MD
Main Purpose of Job
The Accounting Unit in the Budget & Financial Administration Division of the MD State Treasurer’s Office is responsible for agency specific as well as statewide accounting functions essential to the daily operations of State government. The general accounting functions of the unit include processing vendor invoices, cash receipt deposits, and agency payroll; maintenance of all financial records, fund balance reconciliations, & preparation of year-end closing records; and the development and implementation of all accounting controls and procedures.
This position provides support services which impact agencies across the State, such as processing accounting transactions related to the State Insurance Trust Fund insurance claims, and processing agency requests for check re-issues and recoveries from the State’s undeliverable and unpresented funds. This position also assists with the daily operations of the Division by providing back up support to key department functions, and by acting as a liaison between the Comptroller’s General Accounting Division and the Treasurer’s Office regarding daily transmittals, vendor reference table maintenance, and pick up of counter checks. In addition, this position manages the supply inventory on behalf of the Treasurer’s Office and is responsible for use and reconciliation of a state issued purchasing card. This position also assists with various account / fund reconciliations, reviews daily reports, and ensures transactions keyed by the Accounting Unit post correctly to the statewide general ledger. As part of a team of coverage, this position also serves on the rotation for the Treasurer’s Office main reception.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university including or supplemented by at least 18 credit hours in accounting, business administration or equivalent business subjects.
Experience: Three years of employment in responsible public administration, business administration, and/or accounting or auditing.
OR Education: Graduation from a standard high school, including or supplemented by 18 credited hours in business administration, accounting, or equivalent business subjects.
Experience: Seven years of experience as defined above.
Note: 1. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in financial administration and program classification or financial administration specialty codes in the accounting and budget group field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
Selective Qualifications
Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
One year of the required years of experience must be specifically in accounting or related work.
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
- State experience, especially using FMIS / RSTARS
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Candidates must be willing to work in the Annapolis area.
SELECTION PROCESS
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be admitted to examination for this classification. Successful candidates passing the examination will be ranked as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED and placed on the employment (eligible) list for one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
EXAMINATION: The examination may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS
Exempt
Benefits
This is a full-time, permanent position with the State of Maryland, and is eligible for full State benefits. Some of these benefits include:
- Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans
- Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
- 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)
- Free parking
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Job opportunities within the Maryland State Treasurer’s Office are accessible through JobAps, the Statewide Recruitment, Examination and Applicant tracking system. Please upload a current copy of your resume with your application.
Electronic application is strongly preferred; however, if you do not have access to a computer, you may send a copy of your resume to the State Treasurer’s Office, Human Resources, 80 Calvert Street, Room 109, Annapolis MD 21401, or fax to 410-260-4090.
Any questions regarding this recruitment or the recruitment process may be directed to the STO Personnel Office at 410-260-7078.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
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