Accountant Supervisor I
Accountant Supervisor I
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Job Description
GRADE
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
- Ensures detailed records are kept for all grants awarded to the HCHD.
- Tracks all grant spending to ensure that charges are recorded against the appropriate grant programs.
- Is familiar with relevant conditions of award to ensure that grants funds will not be disallowed.
- Interprets statements of work and conditions of award to make decisions of whatcan and cannot be funded with specific grant funds.
- Interprets applicable conditions of award and statements of work and creates/applies correct accounting procedures to ensure compliance.
- Participates in grant audits to provide documentation and defense of grant spending.
- Makes recommendations to grant program managers on ways to maximize the funding of their grant awards.
- Develops and implements procedures to handle grant intake routine maintenance and close out.
- Develops policies and procedures to ensure appropriate fiscal controls are in place for the fiscal unit.
- Reviews journal entries payroll uploads and invoice payments to ensure that charges are made against the appropriate grants.
- Informs HCHD fiscal administration and leadership on the financial health of all grants and brings issues of concern to their attention.
- Audits the work of subordinate staff to ensure completeness and accuracy of work.
- Assists in fiscal close-out (both monthly and yearly) by ensuring that all grant activity is properly recorded and ready for close.
- Participates in audits by the Maryland Office of the Inspector General for Health federal or county auditors independent auditors etc.
- Prepares financial reports as required by individual grants or for use by HCHD leadership as requested.
- Ensures fiscal reporting is accurate and timely.
- Ensures completion of MDH 4542 (UDF grant budget packages) and MDH 440 (UFD grant reconciliations) and timely submission as required.
- Assists the Director of Fiscal Services with special projects oversight of other fiscal functions etc. as requested.
- Acts in the place of the Director of Fiscal Services in instances in which the Director is out of the office for a prolonged period of time or is unavailable for whatever reason.
- Provides trainings as needed and general guidance to all Fiscal Services staff on applying fiscal policies and controls.
- Approves leave requests and timesheets.
- Manages performance of staff by providing guidance direction and completing semi-annual performance evaluations (PEPS).
- Addresses any performance issues in a timely manner and follows HR policies and guidelines when doing so.
- Facilitates staff development and training.
- Participates in the hiring process for vacant positions and onboards new employees.
- Provides onsite coverage as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelors 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 Bachelors 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 Masters 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.
may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Accounting Officerclassification 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
- Experience with Maryland State government accounting.
- Experience with accounting for grants from multiple sources.
- Experience implementing fiscal policies and procedures.
- Experience in Microsoft Excel.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your report all related education experience dates and hours of indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114-B Baltimore MD application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested informationto .Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service 1-.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
