HCD Financial Analyst Trainee; C26014

Introduction

This is a contractual position with limited State of Maryland benefits. Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in affordable housing and community development. Our team needs a strong manager with an accounting background and analytical skills to manage staff, set the example, review monthly reconciliations and ensure deadlines are met. The candidate for this position must be able to take initiative, research, analyze data and propose solutions.

The characteristics of the chosen candidate would be a leader who will work as a team, who can and will challenge the status‑quo, effectively communicate ideas and issues, independently implement practical and efficient solutions, believe change is good and want to come to work knowing that what they do makes a difference.

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This position offers a salary range of $33.92 - $36.59/hour, with potential for advancement up to $52.88 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $36.59/year.

7800 Harkins Rd, Lanham, MD 20706

DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job‑sharing options, training, advancement and career path opportunities, casual business dress on Fridays, and a competitive salary. There is ample parking and our offices are located within walking distance to the New Carrollton MARC Train Station.

The Division of Finance and Administration is seeking an enthusiastic individual to serve as a Compliance Officer. The Compliance Officer will assist the General Accounting unit’s activities based upon the goals and priorities of the Department.

• Perform financial analysis, including examining and interpreting financial data; conduct account reconciliation and variance analysis, cash flow monitoring, and accounting functions supporting high‑volume statewide financial operations within the General Accounting Unit.
• Support the financial analysis and processing of annual expenditures of approximately $800 million, including high‑volume RFP disbursements (approximately 30,000 transactions annually), and financial analysis of annual revenue, approximately $600 million, including incoming wires and paper checks.
• Perform AP and AR aging analysis to monitor outstanding balances, identify delays in payments and collections, and evaluate trends impacting cash flow and operational efficiency.
• Perform accounting calculations and account reconciliations, including 99
  
  DEP, 99
  
  CBK, 84175, petty cash, and working fund, and conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies, unusual trends, and reconciliation differences, ensuring timely resolution in coordination with internal controls, the Accounting Procedures Manual (APM), internal units and external agencies.
• Deliver reporting and support to senior management, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies and procedures.

DHCD/DFA offers limited health benefits, a flexible work schedule and telework opportunities after six months of employment and the ability to work independently. In addition, we offer a generous salary, training, advancement and career path opportunities, an onsite gym, and shuttle service for MARC train commuters. Parking at the Lanham location is free but subject to change. Contractual staff can earn 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked.

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

None.

Notes:
1. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or documented eligibility to sit for the CPA Exam.