What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant IV - Certified position at Baltimore County?
Pay Schedule XII, Grade 7M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week.
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 experiences 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 MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Under general supervision of the Chief Accountant, directs and controls a major unit of accounting for the County. Assists in maintaining the County's financial reporting integrity which includes the general County government, the Board of Education, community colleges, and the libraries.
Acts as liaison between County agencies and outside auditors. Conducts audits of non-profit and County agencies. Participates in fact-finding and research projects. 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.)Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.
plus
Six years' professional experience in accounting or auditing, three years of which were in a supervisory capacity in governmental accounting 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 non-supervisory experience.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications 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 Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Accountant IV - Certified
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants 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.Physical and Environmental Conditions:
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include operation of office equipment and occasional walking, standing, and/or other limited physical activities. Persons appointed to this classification may be required to work overtime as needed.
Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
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 experiences 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 MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Under general supervision of the Chief Accountant, directs and controls a major unit of accounting for the County. Assists in maintaining the County's financial reporting integrity which includes the general County government, the Board of Education, community colleges, and the libraries.
- Supervises a team of professional and paraprofessional accounting staff. Works with and advises all County agencies in achieving the County's budgetary and financial goals. Responsible for training all County personnel on the accounting system.
- Assists in developing and implementing County-wide accounting policies and procedures to comply with governmental accounting standards, County law, regulations, and policies, and federal and state laws and regulations.
- Assists in the design of system generated reports in implementing new accounting standards. Implements accounting system upgrades. Assists in the month-end and year-end close of the County's accounting system.
- Manages the preparation of designated areas of financial reporting in the County's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the State Uniform Financial Report and the Federal Single Audit Report.
- Monitors the billing and collection of all County revenues. Analyzes accounting information and general ledger activity to resolve complex accounting issues and systems problems having Countywide implications. Reconciles accounts.
Acts as liaison between County agencies and outside auditors. Conducts audits of non-profit and County agencies. Participates in fact-finding and research projects. 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.)Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.
plus
Six years' professional experience in accounting or auditing, three years of which were in a supervisory capacity in governmental accounting 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 non-supervisory experience.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):
- Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of computer-based accounting systems and software. Thorough knowledge of grant, capital project, capital asset, revenue, and proprietary accounting. Knowledge of the preparation of complex accounting and other fiscal reports.
- Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial data in order to solve complex accounting issues. Skill in maintaining complex accounting records and in preparing complex and specialized accounting, auditing, and financial reports, analyses, and statements. Skill in the use of computers and applicable software. Skill in supervising, organizing, and assigning work to professional and paraprofessional accounting staff.
- Ability to initiate changes in accounting procedures and records in order to increase efficiency and economy of County operations. Ability to provide technical advice and interact with all levels within and outside County government. Ability to interpret and apply County laws, policies, and procedures to financial matters.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):
- Comprehensive knowledge of County organization and administration. Comprehensive knowledge of County financial and personnel systems. Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures regarding performance of duties.
- Skill in supervising others through subordinate supervisors.
- Ability to participate in development and implementation of policies.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications 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 Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Accountant IV - Certified
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants 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.Physical and Environmental Conditions:
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include operation of office equipment and occasional walking, standing, and/or other limited physical activities. Persons appointed to this classification may be required to work overtime as needed.
Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
Salary : $100,602 - $156,734
