Accounting Technician Anticipated Vacancy - Corrections Service Center Augusta
Accounting Technician Anticipated Vacancy - Corrections Service Center Augusta
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Accounting Technician Corrections Service Center Augusta.
*Anticipated Vacancy*
Pay Grade: 16 $36795.20 $50481.60 annually
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Code:0328
Open: March 11 2025
Close: March 26 2025
Are you an experienced accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic fastpaced environment Do you possess a high degree of initiative Do you enjoy working collaboratively utilizing the latest technology Then we are looking for you!
BRIEF AGENCY DESCRIPTION
The Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Corrections Service Center is responsible for program accounting cash management resident accounts and revenue/expenditure control for the Maine Department of Corrections (MDOC) that support six adult facilities and one youth facility. These facilities keep our communities safer by reducing harm through supportive intervention empowering change and restoring lives.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION
As an Accounting Technician at the DAFS Corrections Service Center (CSC) located in Augusta doing work for the Mountain View Correctional Facility (MVCF) in Charleston you will work closely with agency personnel and the CSC Accounting Analyst for MVCF.
This is paraprofessional support work involving the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines in independently maintaining noncomplex accounts within an established accounting system or assisting senior accounting personnel responsible for maintaining complex accounts. Noncomplex accounts are characterized by a relatively small number of fund types revenue sources cost centers and cost allocations. Employees in this classification examine account for reconcile analyze and interpret basic accounting data and records in accordance with GAAP/GASB standards state/agency accounting procedures and appropriate internal controls. Employees use and apply basic accounting theory to analyze and resolve standard accounting transaction problems. Employees interact with programmatic staff to exchange factual information explain accounting processes and resolve accounting discrepancies and disputes. This classification is distinguished from Account Clerks by the fact that Accounting Technician work requires knowledge of accounting principles and includes preparing financial and statistical reports and summaries. Work is performed under general supervision.
While the position work location is in Augusta four days per week there will be one day instate travel REQUIRED TO MOUNTAIN VIEW CORRECTIONAL FACILITY.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting theories principles methods practices and terminology.
- Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and systems.
- Knowledge of computerized accounting systems and standardized desktop technology and products.
- Knowledge of supervisory principles practices and techniques.
- Ability to serve as a lead worker on works assignment and other projects.
- Ability to apply accounting principles in locating and correcting accounting errors.
- Ability to apply accepted accounting principles to income statements and balance sheets.
- Ability to verify fiscal source documents and application of fees refunds collections and discounts.
- Ability to prepare narrative and statistical reports and financial statements projections and schedules and analyze and interpret information from reports.
- Ability to review fiscal transactions for conformity with applicable laws rules policies and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to write clearly and effectively.
- Ability to recommend improvements in accounting controls financial review trails and business practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Entrylevel to intermediate education training and/or experience in accounting or another closely related field demonstrating competency applying accounting principles reviewing and processing business transactions and preparing reports.
BENEFITS
No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:
- WorkLife Balance Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays12 days of sick leave and3 weeks of vacation leaveVacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtimeexempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85100of employeeonly premiums $9893.52$11057.52 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employeeonly premiums by 5. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.
- Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100 of employeeonly dental premiums $350.40 annual value).
- Retirement Plan The State of Maine contributes19.63%of payto the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Set aside money pretax to help pay for outofpocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information visit theFederal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivefour weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Save additional pretax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.
Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
