FISCAL ACCOUNTS TECHNICIAN I *Repost*

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Maryland DPSCS seeks a detail-oriented financial clerk to post inmate accounts transactions for the Central Region Inmate Accounts Unit in Jessup, MD. Responsibilities include lockbox processing, payroll, and daily reconciliations with FMIS entries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires three years of related experience, a high school diploma, and strong accounting skills. This on-site position offers competitive benefits in a large state agency environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three years of experience reviewing, verifying, recording, adjusting and balancing financial transactions.
• Substitutions allowed: accounting coursework, military finance experience, or related credits.

Responsibilities

• Post inmate accounts transactions for Central Region Inmate Accounts Unit, including FMIS entries and daily reconciliations.
• Process lockbox receipts, payroll, transfers, and related financial documents.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of postings and maintain compliance with policy.

Skills

Financial data handling

Bilingual (Spanish/Mandarin/Korean)

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Introduction

This Is A Repost. Previous Applicant's Need Not Apply. If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

11

LOCATION OF POSITION

Howard County 7931 Brock Bridge Rd, Jessup, MD 20794

This Recruitment May Be Used To Fill Future Vacancies Statewide. Please Only Select Locations On Your Application That You Are Willing To Work In.

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this position is responsible for the posting of inmate accounts transactions that relate to the Central Region Inmate Accounts Unit. This position is responsible for the posting of the Central Region Inmate Accounts transactions as it relates to Lockbox processing, releases, receipts, payroll, check processing, transfers, FMIS entries and the daily MOBS reconcilement.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of experience reviewing, verifying, recording, adjusting and balancing financial transactions.

• Experience calculating and recording financial, statistical or other numerical data may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required high school education.
• Six credit hours in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in Financial Clerical/Finance Technicians classifications or specialty codes in the financial field of work at a rate of one year of military experience for the required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

One year of professional experience utilizing one or more of the automated systems listed: system for processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking receipts and disbursements, supply inventory, or fixed asset inventory.

Two years of professional experience with creating and using spreadsheets.

Special Requirements

The ideal candidate must be fluent in spoken and written English. The ideal candidate must effectively and respectfully communicate with diverse populations, providing services to individuals with different beliefs, behaviors, and interpersonal styles in confinement or community settings. Professional working fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, or any other language is a plus.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient 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. 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 eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Benefits

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: 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
• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

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 recruiting, retaining , and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.