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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Senior Accountant (Accountant 3) in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4358156 THE POSITION Are you on the lookout for a chance to join forces with skilled professionals in a work environment that highly appreciates problem-solving, creativity, and innovation? The Executive Offices are currently in search of a senior accountant to join their team in Dauphin County. If you're seeking an opportunity to showcase your expertise and contribute to a culture that values collaboration, don't hesitate to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The role being offered is a supervisory position within the Insurance Liquidation Section of the Central Agencies and School Finance Unit. This department is responsible for providing a comprehensive range of accounting and professional services to the Office of Liquidations, Rehabilitations, and Special Funds (OLR) within the Insurance Department. In addition to these responsibilities, Accountant 3 will also support school accounting functions and take on a leadership role in various tasks related to the completion of the Commonwealth's Annual Comprehension Financial Report (ACFR). This includes completing the OLR ACFR package and reviewing and preparing entity-wide journal entries.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Alternate work schedule (AWS) is available after completing a probationary period. Telework: You may be expected 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. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:All new hires to the Commonwealth will start at the minimum salary. All communication regarding interviews will be sent via the email address used on the application. 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 the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and 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 requirements. 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:
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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.