Accounting Technician 7-E9

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran-friendly employer

Job summary

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is seeking an Accounting Technician to maintain and reconcile financial documents monthly, prepare complex journal vouchers, and compile financial schedules for the annual audit. The role requires strong accounting knowledge and the ability to analyze data to improve processes, with potential for remote/hybrid work based on performance and need.

Applicants must meet education options listed and may relocate to Michigan if currently outside the

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent with accounting coursework.
• Two years of college with accounting credits may substitute for experience.
• Bachelor's degree with accounting credits may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile financial documents monthly.
• Prepare complex journal vouchers.
• Compile financial schedules for annual audits.
• Interpret financial data and suggest improvements in accounting processes.

Skills

Interpret financial data

Bookkeeping

Journal vouchers

Financial systems

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college with accounting credits

Bachelor's degree with accounting credits

Job description

At the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), we serve the people of Michigan by partnering to provide quality affordable housing solutions in support of all communities. We strive to make Michigan a place where all people have quality affordable housing as a foundation to reach their full potential. Guided by our core values, we put people first, expand housing access and opportunity, use data to drive thoughtful decisions, and collaborate with partners to deliver innovative, sustainable housing solutions. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/MSHDA.

MSHDA seeks an Accounting Technician. The position will maintain and reconcile financial documents on a monthly basis to MSHDA’s accounting system, complete complex journal vouchers, and prepare financial schedules for MSHDA’s annual audit.

Competitive candidates for this position will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to interpret financial data, complete bookkeeping and accounting procedures, practices, methods, and techniques. Possess the ability to analyze and recommend improvements in accounting Systems.

There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.

MSHDA is a Veteran Friendly Employer. Veterans and Military Spouses are encouraged to apply.

Applicants can qualify for this position by meeting ANYof the following:

• Completion of high school
• Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses may be substituted for the experience requirement.
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Additional information on the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required for different class levels can be found in the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AccountingTechnician.pdf

All newly hired state employees are required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. All positions within the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) also require a state criminal background check and are subject to MSHDA's Ethical Standards, Conduct and Disclosure of Interest Policy, and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interest that may conflict with official duties as an MSHDA employee. Any offer of employment will remain conditional until the results of the background check, financial disclosure review, and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.