ACCOUNTANT SUPERVISOR II Internal MDE Employees to Apply Only

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Telework opportunities

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annap

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage

Pension plan

Job summary

The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) seeks an Accountant Supervisor II within the Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (WIFA) in Baltimore to lead advanced accounting for CWSRF, DWSRF, and BRF programs.

You will manage cost and bond accounting, prepare financial statements, and provide technical guidance to management, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate reporting. This role interfaces with state systems and supervises accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 3 credit hours in auditing.
• Five years of accounting experience applying GAAP in government/funding contexts.
• Experience in cost, systems, federal fund, or bond/loan accounting.
• Subs: CPA or Master's can substitute for up to one year of general experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform advanced cost, enterprise fund, bond, and loan accounting.
• Prepare schedules and financial statements for CWSRF/BRF; maintain GL and review disbursements.
• Manage bond issuance, linked deposit activity, and reporting using SAGE.
• Advise WIFA management on complex financial matters involving CWSRF, DWSRF, and BRF.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced accounting

Financial reporting

Bond & loan accounting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

FMIS

R*STARS

SAGE

ADPICS

BARS

Job description

Introduction

We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team. MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.

Grade

STD0019

Location of Position

MDE - Business Administration

Water Infrastructure Financing Administration

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Accountant Supervisor II manages and oversees all financial and accounting activities for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) while providing advanced accounting support for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) and the Bay Restoration Fund (BRF). The role directly supports the mission of the Maryland Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (WIFA) by ensuring accurate accounting, reporting, and stewardship of federal, State, and special funds used for Maryland’s water infrastructure projects.

Position Duties

• Advanced Accounting: Independently perform advanced cost, enterprise fund, bond, and loan accounting, as well as R*STARS report analysis and reconciliation in accordance with GAAP.
• Financial Reporting & Ledger Maintenance: Prepare supporting schedules and financial statements for CWSRF and BRF programs, maintain the monthly general ledger, support DWSRF and BRF functions, and review and authorize disbursements.
• Bond & System Operations: Manage bond issuance and accounting, linked deposit activity, and financial data reporting using the SAGE accounting system.
• Technical Advisory: Serve as a technical advisor to WIFA management on complex financial matters involving the CWSRF, DWSRF, and BRF programs.

Funding Program Scope

• CWSRF & DWSRF: Funded via federal grants, State matching funds, special funds, and revenue bond proceeds to provide loans to local jurisdictions.
• BRF: Funded via special fees collected from wastewater system users to provide grants to local governments.

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

• 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 Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required general accounting experience.
• Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required general 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.

Selective Qualifications

Expertise using State of Maryland financial systems (FMIS, R*STARS, ADPICS, BARS) and specialized accounting software (SAGE).

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Enterprise Fund & Revenue Bond Accounting: Extensive, hands-on experience performing GAAP-basis enterprise fund accounting, revenue bond accounting, and trustee bank account reconciliations within governmental or state financing programs.
• Federal Grant Management & Monitoring: In-depth knowledge of federal grant accounting, monitoring EPA drawdowns, tracking capital/non-capital set-aside accounts, and managing compliance for State Revolving Loan Funds (CWSRF/DWSRF).
• Supervisory & Team Leadership Experience: Ability to lead, train, and review the technical work of professional accounting staff (such as Accountant Lead and Accountant Advanced positions), delegate assignments, and manage unit performance.
• CPA Credential & Financial Statement / Audit Preparation.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

Not Applicable.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.