What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager- Employees' Retirement System position at City of Baltimore?
POSTING DATE: 01/21/2025
SALARY RANGE: $85,660.00 - $136,935.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
Class Description
An Accounting Manager directs and coordinates the activities of an accounting section in a City agency. The work of this class involves supervising the activities of accounting and fiscal work units.
Incumbents receive managerial direction from an administrative superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where normal working conditions are encountered. Work requires minimal physical exertion.
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
AND
EXPERIENCE: Have five years of experience in accounting work including one year of such lead responsibilities as assigning and reviewing the work of accountants.
OR
EQUIVALENCY (NOTES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience including 30 credits in accounting and business law and 6 additional credits in statistics or data processing.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:
N/A.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS:
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits.
Financial Disclosure
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at Maya.mceachern@baltimorecity.gov.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SALARY RANGE: $85,660.00 - $136,935.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
Class Description
An Accounting Manager directs and coordinates the activities of an accounting section in a City agency. The work of this class involves supervising the activities of accounting and fiscal work units.
Incumbents receive managerial direction from an administrative superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where normal working conditions are encountered. Work requires minimal physical exertion.
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
AND
EXPERIENCE: Have five years of experience in accounting work including one year of such lead responsibilities as assigning and reviewing the work of accountants.
OR
EQUIVALENCY (NOTES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience including 30 credits in accounting and business law and 6 additional credits in statistics or data processing.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:
N/A.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of accounting.
- Knowledge of the principles and procedures that are used in the maintenance, development and implementation of accounting systems, methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of financial management techniques.
- Ability to resolve complex accounting problems and to give technical accounting advice and assistance.
- Ability to interpret and apply governmental policies and procedures.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with governmental and non-governmental executives and officials.
- Ability to analyze accounting operations and procedures.
- Ability to speak and write effectively.
- Administrative ability.
- Ability to supervise the activities of accounting and fiscal personnel.
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS:
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits.
Financial Disclosure
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at Maya.mceachern@baltimorecity.gov.
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $85,660 - $136,935
