Accountant Advanced

Grade

17

MDH, Developmental Disabilities Administration, 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD

The main purpose of this position is examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles in order to modify and maintain agency accounting systems, prepare financial reports or statements and give fiscal advice to management. This position will perform specialized duties in the areas of cost accounting, systems accounting, federal fund accounting or bond and loan accounting.

Employees in this classification do not supervise Accountants.

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.
• Experience: Three years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

Notes:

• Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with thirty credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing for the required education.
• Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above.
• Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Accounting Officer classification or Financial Management specialty codes in the Accounting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) background.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Experience with ERP systems, and financial software like FMIS, Web Focus, or Portfol.
• Experience in budget preparation, cost allocation, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance.
• Strong analytical, and critical thinking skills, along with experience in supervising staff or handling complex reconciliations.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.