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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailAre you an experienced accounting processor who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic fast-paced environment Do you possess a high degree of initiative Then we are looking for you!
This is a full-time position located in Augusta and allows for partial telework with management approval.
Core Responsibilities:
The DHHS Financial Service Center is seeking an Accounting Processor Supervisor. In this position you will:
Supervise the Accounts Payable (AP) Travel Team responsible for processing employee travel reimbursements ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with federal state and departmental guidelines.
Review complex or high-risk transactions to ensure appropriate handling and proper documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
Provide leadership and staff development through training performance evaluation coaching and support including assigning monitoring and reviewing work for quality and efficiency.
Provide support for unit or team management as needed ensuring continuity of operations and effective oversight as needed.
Demonstrate a commitment to exceptional customer service ethical standards and a collaborative team environment aligned with the departments mission and values.
The DHHS Financial Service Center is a supportive and friendly environment that fosters professional growth teamwork and collaboration with DHHS. The impact of your work will be felt throughout significant programs that provide critical services to Maines most needy population. You will be satisfied knowing you have helped DHHS executives and program managers deliver vital services to the people of Maine.
Minimum Qualifications:
Training education or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of modern office practices to perform complex varied office support tasks 2) the ability to use independent decision-making on the appropriate processes to follow information to process and actions to take in accordance with standard procedures.
The backgrounds of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
Possess good critical thinking skills be flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
Prior experience and/ or education in accounting and operational management.
A proven ability to identify enhance and implement process improvements.
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Agency information:
The DHHS Financial Service Center is responsible for program accounting cash management and revenue/expenditure control for the entire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The Service Center provides budget and fiscal analysis for many complex areas within DHHS including TANF (i.e. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) and MaineCare (formerly Medicaid). The Service Center works collaboratively with senior leadership at State agencies providing consultative financial and accounting services. Areas of fiscal expertise include compliance with State and Federal laws and regulations statewide budgetary policy budget development and monitoring application of generally accepted accounting and financial practices grant management financial analysis cash management accounting and financial processing and legislative support.
Application Information:
For questions about this position please contact Shari Corriveau
To apply please upload a current resume and cover letter.
Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.
To request a paper application please contact
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
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:
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated foranything less than full-time.
Theres a job and then theres purposeful transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn grow and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race color sex sexual orientation or gender identity physical or mental disability religion age ancestry national origin familial status or genetics.
If youre looking for a great next step and want to feel good about what you do wed love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time