Introduction
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for children and adults.
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland we leave no one behind.
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
21
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services
Office of Budget and Finance
25 South Charles St.Baltimore MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position Accountant Manager of Accounting Operations is todirect plan schedule and administer the operations of the General Accounting Units ofthe Division of Accounting Operations Office of Budget and Finance while workingwith and for State control agencies (DBM and GAD) to fully utilize the FinancialManagement Information System (FMIS).
POSITION DUTIES
Utilizes an expert knowledge of accounting theory principles and practices to monitor the recording of Department expenditures attainment and encumbrance.Prepares monthly adjusting and correcting journal entries and year-end close entries.
Develops and modifies accounting procedures to accommodate requirements of governmental agencies providing funds.
Utilizes expert knowledge of the Statewide accounting system FMIS (Financial Management Information System) consisting of RSTARS ADPICS (Advanced Purchasing and Inventory Control System) and ViewDirect (program to view and print financial and purchasing reports) to educate and assist Central and Local Department fiscal personnel accountants and administrators on FMIS.
Utilizes expert knowledge of the Automated Financial System D365 to educate and assist Central and Local Department fiscal personnel accountants and administrators on D365 which is the processing system for emergency assistance (client benefit) payments trust fund and lay fund accounting.
Responsible for the immediate supervision and coordination of the work performed by the employees of the General Accounting Units.
Ensures the timely recording of financial data required for financial reporting.
Acts as the liaison to Finance Officers in the local departments of Social Services regarding fiscal operations procedures and reporting requirements.
Responsible for preparing the annual budget request for the Division of Accounting Operations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education : A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Six years of professional experience with Five years of experience reconciling in accounting systems to fiscal control systems or developingautomated spreadsheets ledgers and reports using accounting software packages and One-year of experience with the managing Fiscal Unit and supervisor role.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Three-years experience of reconciliation and resolve the appropriate issues.
- Three -years experience preparing and presenting financial reports.
- Three years of experience using financial and accounting systems.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. We will not consider information submitted after this candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list. The resulting list may be used for future vacancies with this agency or other state agencies.
If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland you will have access to outstanding benefits including: health insurance dental and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.
- Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
- Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
- Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
- Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
- Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays per year.
- Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
- Positions may be eligible for telework.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to Maryland Department of Human Services EmploymentServices Attention: Kendra Young 25 South Charles St Room 1116-L Baltimore Maryland 21201.
If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position please email Kendra Young at ; include the job title and recruitment # in the subject line.
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 .
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.