ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR I

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Telework eligibility

Job summary

Maryland State Retirement Agency in Baltimore is seeking an accounting leader to manage daily fiscal operations, reconciliations, and staff supervision. You will provide guidance on contribution billing, cash receipts, and reporting while supporting audits and ensuring GAAP compliance.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and coordination with state policies. Telework eligibility is available after training, in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, with auditing credit hours or equivalent accepted.
• Four years of experience in accounting systems, applying GAAP to analyze and interpret records.
• Note: CPA or related master's degree can substitute for up to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fiscal accounting operations and reconciliations in accordance with state requirements.
• Supervise accounting staff; review, train, and guide staff in billing, cash receipts, and collections.
• Support year-end closing activities and internal/external audits with documentation and corrective actions.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and timely reporting across General Accounting and Budget/Procurements.
• Assist with reconciliation of funds, deposits, EFTs, and inter-agency transactions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

RSTARS

ADPICS

Workday Payroll

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland State Retirement Agency is the administrator of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (“System”). The System is a defined benefit retirement system covering State and local government employees of Maryland. It’s composed of twelve (12) separate retirement and pension systems with over 50 different rule sets. The System has over 433,000 participants (customers), including 210,000 members who are actively employed and participating in the System, 179,000 payees who receive a monthly payment from the System, and 44,000 vested members who are no longer actively employed but have earned a benefit that will become payable at a future date. Located in Baltimore’s Central Business District, SRPS offers a purpose-driven workplace with modern amenities, including panoramic city and harbor views, renovated common areas, upgraded elevators, and an on-site cafe. Employees enjoy comprehensive state benefits including medical, dental, prescription coverage, generous paid leave, participation in the state pension system, and supplemental retirement savings options (401(k), 457(b), and more). Additional perks include an on-site fitness center with showers and lockers, 24/7 building security, and easy access to restaurants, shops, public transit, and major highways. If you're seeking a career with impact, stability, and a supportive environment, explore opportunities with MSRPS. This position is designated as telework eligible under the State of Maryland’s Telework Policy, after successfully completing the defined required training period.

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

120 East Baltimore Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Main Purpose of Job

This position provides leadership and oversight of daily fiscal accounting operations, including complex reconciliations related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipts, fixed assets, and central collections. The position manages employer contribution billing and collection processes in accordance with State law and Agency policies and provides guidance to agency administrators, employers, and other stakeholders on contribution requirements, billing, account balances, and collection activities. The position also supervises, reviews, approves, and trains accounting staff; supports year-end financial closing activities; and ensures accounting records and reports comply with State requirements and generally accepted accounting principles. Additional responsibilities include supporting internal and external audits by providing documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with the implementation of corrective actions.

POSITION DUTIES

• Supporting fiscal year-end closing activities, ensuring accounts are properly reconciled and reported in accordance with State requirements and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Participating in internal and external audits and implementing corrective action as necessary.
• Overseeing the accounting and tracking of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension Systems’ (MSRPS) billing, cash receipts, and collections of any and all funds mandated, owed, and/or obligated to be paid into the MSRPS Trust Fund.
• Assisting with preparation of the reconciliation of the Administrative Revenue and Expense Fund balances relating to deposits, EFT, and inter-agency transactions for Administrative revenue and expenses.
• Reviewing and reporting on General Accounting and Budget and Procurements to ensure the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of reports and to ensure the process and procedures are being performed in accordance with agency established policies and guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.
• Experience: Four years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.
• Notes: 1. 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.
• Notes: 2. 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.
• Notes: 3. 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.
• Notes: 4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of accounting experience.
• Notes: 5. 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.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

• Two or more years of experience supervising accountants, fiscal staff, or other financial professionals.
• Experience in complex, high-volume federal, State, or local government accounting, financial operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, or other governmental financial management functions.
• Two or more years of experience using financial accounting and general ledger systems.
• Experience with Maryland State financial systems, including RSTARS, ADPICS, and/or the State of Maryland’s Workday Payroll system.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including managing complex spreadsheets, creating charts and reports, and utilizing advanced formulas and functions.
• Professional certification in accounting or government financial management, such as Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM).

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. This list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. Due to the confidential nature of the work, selected candidates must undergo and pass a background check.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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 asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

• health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
• Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays per year.
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
• Positions may be eligible for telework.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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