ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR II (GENERAL ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR)

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking

Paid holidays 12-13 per year

Generous paid leave package (annual, S

State Pension

401(k) and 457 plans

Comprehensive health, dental, and Rx

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Credit Union

Job summary

The General Accounting Supervisor within the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Division of the Financial Services Directorate provides leadership for day-to-day General Accounting operations. The role ensures accurate records, supervises staff, and supports month-end and year-end close processes, budgets, and financial reporting.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least five years of GAAP-oriented experience, with preferred supervisory exposure and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with or without auditing credits (see notes).
• Five years of experience applying GAAP to accounting systems, records and reports.
• Recognition of substitution options per notes for education/experience requirements.
• One year of supervisor or leadership experience is preferred.
• Experience with cost accounting, systems accounting, federal fund accounting, or bond and loan accounting is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate General Accounting operations, establishing standard procedures.
• Maintain internal controls to ensure accuracy of FAMLI records.
• Oversee month-end close, year-end close, and GAAP schedules.
• Supervise General Accounting team staff, including performance reviews and training.
• Prepare financial analyses and reports to support FAMLI budgeting and decision-making.
• Assist with financial audits and special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program makes sure all workers in Maryland have paid time off for medical and family reasons. FAMLI is a social insurance system covering 2.6 million workers and 180,000 employers, delivered as a digitally native, public-facing service. We’re in the early stages of building something as big and as far-reaching as unemployment insurance or a new health department. We know that delivering services primarily through a website, over the Internet, is a new way of doing business in government. The Financial Services Directorate is responsible for establishing and maintaining an efficient financial system, including internal controls and financial procedures, for the FAMLI Division. The Financial Services Directorate safeguards FAMLI funds and other assets, manages FAMLI contributions and benefits payouts, develops financial reports, prepares budgets and projections, and designs and conducts internal audits, as well as responding to external financial audits. The General Accounting Supervisor plays an important role within the Financial Services Directorate and the overall FAMLI Division. The Supervisor works closely with the General Accounting Manager and Financial Services leadership to support and coordinate day-to-day General Accounting operations. The General Accounting Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the integrity of accounting records, reviewing and completing account reconciliations, monitoring the general ledger, supporting the budget process, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports to meet regulatory and compliance requirements. This position applies sound accounting knowledge to identify issues, provide recommendations, and support stakeholders while contributing to the fiscal integrity and operational success of FAMLI. If you are a proactive accounting professional with a commitment to public service and a passion for supporting strong financial operations, this is the job for you!

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 S. Charles St

Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The General Accounting Supervisor will assist the General Accounting Manager in coordinating, implementing and supervising the operations of the General Accounting team in the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Division. This position ensures that the FAMLI Division keeps up-to-date and accurate financial records. In addition to overseeing the daily accounting operations, this role will prepare various monitoring schedules, analyses, and reports. This position will review reconciliations along with accounting records. This role will also manage month-end, fiscal year close-out, and other special projects as assigned.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

General Accounting Operations:

• Implements and enforces standard procedures for the General Accounting team
• Maintains effective internal controls to ensure the accuracy and reliability of FAMLI fiscal records
• Maintains accounting records and financial statements in compliance with GAAP and in alignment with FAMLI objectives
• Directly supervises and coordinates the activities of General Accounting team staff. This includes recruiting, daily assignment monitoring, regular employee performance evaluations, training, guidance, and direction
• Manages and executes tasks for the monthly and year-end close-out; responsibilities include accruals, journal entries, GAAP schedules, assigned reconciliations and reports
• Manages bank accounts. Resolves transaction issues. Ensures sufficient funds for daily benefit payouts and daily operations
• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget. Tracks budget, expenditures, and procurements for the Division
• Prepares financial analyses and reports to support FAMLI’s financial management decisions
• Assists with financial audits and other special projects

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: Five years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles to include three years performing advanced duties in the areas of cost accounting, systems accounting, federal fund accounting, or bond and loan accounting
• 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
• 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
• 3. Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required general accounting experience
• 4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required general experience
• 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

• One year of experience handling fiscal operations as a supervisor
• One year of experience with internal auditing
• One year of experience preparing and presenting financial reports
• One year of experience preparing accounts reconciliations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide enough information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Unfortunately, we won't consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. A resume and cover letter are strongly encouraged for this position. Please upload one Word or PDF file that includes your combined cover letter and resume using the “Transcript” upload function, or via the JobAps “Other” tab. Note that initial screening is based only on the information provided within the online application.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Your education, training, and experience will be assessed against the requirements of the position. It is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Detail all relevant education and experience specifically addressing the minimum, desired, and/or selective qualifications.

BENEFITS

• Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking
• Paid holidays 12-13 per year
• Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
• State Pension ('defined benefit' plan)
• Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
• Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
• Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
• State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767- 4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to [e-mail]. U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may contact Mercedes Peterman via email at [e-mail]. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to: Maryland Department of Labor/ Office of Administration Attn: Mercedes Peterman #26-004552-0008 100 S. Charles Street, Tower 1, Ste. 5000 Baltimore, MD 21201.

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.