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Baltimore County

Accountant III - Certified

Baltimore County, Towson, Maryland, United States, 21286


Salary:

$86,782.00 - $135,202.00 Annually

Location :

Towson, MD

Job Type:

MERIT

Job Number:

03.124 06-2024 OBF

Department:

BUDGET & FINANCE

Opening Date:

10/10/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 5M

A vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance, Accounting Division.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all

promotions

and changes in job duties due to

reclassification

as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUSTattach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, supervises professional accounting staff in the Office of Budget and Finance.Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of professional accounting and support staff.Trains new personnel.Reviews and analyzes accounting systems and reporting methods.Assists in the development of revised systems and methods.Coordinates County-wide year-end operations including closing procedures.Prepares periodic and annual financial and detailed cost statements.Prepares estimates and statements of account for County operations and income generating programs.Prepares complex accounting and statistical reports for Federal, State, and other government agencies.Coordinates or supervises a specialized accounting function.Serves as liaison between agency and County, State, and Federal accounting and auditing officials.Examples of Other Duties

May participate in budget preparation.Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.

Plus

Four years' professional experience in accounting or auditing and possession of a license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

(Education in accounting beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)

Licenses and CertificatesPossession of a license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by the Maryland State Board of Accountancy is required within six months of appointment.

Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ().

Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Accountant III - CertifiedOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204

You MUSTattach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental ConditionsThe work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include the operation of office equipment and occasional walking, standing, or other limited physical activities.

Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity EmployerBaltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplaceAll Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplaceBaltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review

- Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performanceGeneral Increases

- Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.Longevity Increases

- In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance ProgramOur Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health InsuranceHealth Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending AccountsOpportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life InsuranceEmployees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

RetirementEmployees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid LeavePaid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick LeaveVacation LeavePersonal LeaveHolidaysBereavement LeaveJury LeaveMilitary Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit UnionMembership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct DepositPayroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred CompensationNationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

DisclaimerThis is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the

Work History/Experience

section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

A resume will not be considered

in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03

Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

YesNo

04

The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

05

Select the option that best describes your level of education and experience.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or a closely related field; plus four (4) years' professional experience in accounting or auditing.Master's degree in accounting, plus two (2) years' professional experience in accounting or auditing.I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

06

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

07

Do you possess a license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) issued by the Maryland State Board of Accountancy? If you do possess a CPA license issued by the Maryland State Board of Accountancy, you must submit proof by attaching it to your application.

Yes, and I will submit proof that I have a CPA license issued by the Maryland State Board of Accountancy.No, I do not currently have a CPA license issued by the Maryland State Board of Accountancy.

08

If you answered "No, I do not currently have a CPA license issued by the Maryland State Board of Accountancy" in the previous question, will you obtain a CPA license within the next six months? If you answered "Yes" in the previous question, respond by selecting "N/A" below.

YesNoN/A

09

Do you have experience supervising an accounting staff in your current position or a past position?

YesNo

10

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

11

Do you have experience with and/or knowledge of Workday?

YesNo

12

Provide specific examples of your experience/knowledge you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you answered "No" in the previous question, list the accounting applications you have worked with. Discuss your specific role in the implementation and/or maintenance of the application, the steps taken during the conversion and integration of the accounting system, and the training of staff.

13

Are you familiar with Business Objects report writing software?

YesNo

14

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide examples of the accounting reports you have prepared using Business Objects? Include the employer(s) and dates(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

15

Do you have database knowledge and can read/write SQL?

YesNo

16

Provide specific example(s) of the degree of experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

17

Do you have experience with Governmental accounting?

YesNo

18

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and dates(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

19

Do you have experience with the maintenance and/or analysis of accounting information as it relates to Federal, State, and local government compliance requirements and spending limitations imposed by approved budgets?

YesNo

20

Provide specific example(s) detailing how you went about implementing the new reporting requirements. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

21

Do you have experience implementing new financial reporting requirements imposed by law or new accounting standards?

YesNo

22

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and dates(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

23

Do you have experience preparing/reviewing a comprehensive set of financial statements that are subject to scrutiny by independent auditors and Federal and State regulatory agencies?

YesNo

24

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

25

Do you have experience participating in the preparation of a governmental Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)?

YesNo

26

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

27

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include the operation of office equipment and occasional walking, standing, or other limited physical activities. Are you willing and able to accept these condition of employment?

Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

28

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

29

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks. Are you willing to accept these conditions of employment?

Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

30

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, log into your account, and edit your profile.

I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Required Question