City of Baltimore (Mayor and City Council of Baltimore)

Accounting System Analyst - Department of Finance

Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
  • Five years of experience in accounting work
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  • 30 credits in accounting and business law, plus 6 credits in statistics or data processing may be acceptable
  • Two years of experience in accounting systems analysis can substitute for five years of accounting experience

Responsibilities

  • Analyze a variety of accounting systems
  • Conduct systems analysis for accounting methods and procedures
  • Assist in the development and implementation of accounting systems
  • Resolve accounting problems and provide technical advice
  • Prepare clear and concise oral and written reports

Benefits

  • Eligible for consideration for vacancies for six months
  • Mandatory six-month probation period for selected candidates
  • Background check requirement for final candidates in trust positions
  • Education credentials must come from accredited institutions
  • Financial disclosure required under City Ethics Law
Full Job Description
Salary Range:

$ 73,897.00 - $118,515.00 Annually

CLASS DEFINITION

An Accounting Systems Analyst analyzes a variety of accounting systems. The work of this class involves no supervisory responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

AND

Experience: Have five years of experience in performing accounting work.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have equivalent combination of education and experience including 30 credits in accounting and business law and 6 additional credits in statistics or data processing. Two years of experience performing accounting systems analysis work may be substituted for the five years of experience in performing accounting work.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.**

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and techniques.
  • Knowledge of the principles and procedures used in the maintenance, development and implementation of accounting systems, methods and procedures.
  • Knowledge of methods and procedures analysis, data processing and records and forms management as they apply to accounting.
  • Knowledge of auditing procedures and techniques.
  • Ability to perform accounting systems analysis.
  • Ability to resolve accounting problems and to give technical accounting advice and assistance.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with work associates and City agency representatives.
  • Ability to present clear, concise oral and written reports of findings and recommendations.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment to some positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye

If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye , Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at [email protected]

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