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Reference #: 4528570 THE POSITION Do you excel in the field of accounting and enjoy complex fiscal and budgetary projects?  If so, Pennsylvania's Office of Comptroller Operations has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant within the Human Service Medical Assistance unit.  Showcase your leadership qualities as you guide preparations for our state's accounting and reporting responsibilities for Medical Assistance and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).  Join our dynamic team and embark upon a rewarding accounting career which will make a meaningful impact on the people of Pennsylvania!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the preparation of federal and state mandated reporting and correlating accounting tasks for medical assistance related grants.  You will supervise staff accountants within the unit to fulfill the team's duties, in addition to providing professional analysis, internal control over accounting and budgetary compliance, and professional, technical guidance to grant programs.  You will serve as a key liaison with state and federal partners, and collaborate with agencies and business associates to assess initiatives and provide guidance to department and agency personnel.  We are looking for someone who possesses an in-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, strong analytics, and proven team collaboration in the planning and achievement of high-quality accounting deliverables.  This professional reports to the Medical Assistance Accounting Manager within the Bureau of Accounting and Financial Management (BAFM).

Interested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements.  Please keep in mind that while this is a full-time telework position, that can change at any time at the Governor's discretion.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Accountant 2; or Three years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by fifteen credits in accounting. Four years of bookkeeping experience and fifteen college credits in accounting may be substituted for college graduation.  A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of general work experience.

Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement.  For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.  Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requiremen s.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.  To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.  No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.