Accountant 9-P11 - Public Health Federal Reporting Grants
State of Michigan
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Accountant 9 - 12
State of Michigan
Treasury
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$25.85 - $43.73
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves handling professional accounting tasks for the State of Michigan's Treasury Department, such as managing statewide financial systems, preparing reports, and closing the books at year-end. It suits someone with a solid accounting background who enjoys solving financial problems and ensuring everything follows standard rules. Entry-level roles offer support positions, while senior ones provide leadership on tougher issues.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester credits in accounting
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting theories
- For Accountant 9: No specific professional experience required
- For Accountant 10: One year of professional accounting or auditing experience equivalent to Accountant 9 or Auditor 9
- For Accountant P11: Two years of professional experience, including one year equivalent to Accountant 10 or Auditor 10
- For Accountant 12: Three years of professional experience in accounting or auditing
- Ability to analyze accounting problems, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance with standards
Full Job Description
The Accounting Services Division is seeking a skilled accountant to join our team. This position performs a wide range of professional accounting duties related to statewide accounting systems, financial reporting, and the year-end book closing process.
At the Accountant 9–P11 level, the position provides essential support and assistance in analyzing accounting problems and applying sound accounting principles. At the Accountant 12 level, the position serves as a senior staff accountant, providing leadership and expertise in resolving complex accounting issues.
All levels require a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting theories, and their practical application.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform professional accounting duties related to statewide accounting systems and processes.
- Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports.
- Assist with or lead the year-end book closing process.
- Identify and resolve accounting issues using GAAP and sound accounting principles.
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards, policies, and regulations.
Review the Accountant 9-P11 Position Description here.
Review the Accountant 12 Position Description here.
Review the Accountant 9-12 Job Specification here.
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Requirements
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting.
Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying ‘professional experience’ is only taken into consideration post-bachelor’s degree.
ExperienceAccountant 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Accountant 10
One year of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports equivalent to an Accountant 9 or Auditor 9.
Accountant P11
Two years of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports, including one year equivalent to an Accountant 10, Auditor 10, or Assistant Auditor General 10.
Accountant 12
Three years of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports, including one year equivalent to an Accountant P11, Auditor P11, or Assistant Auditor General P11.
Qualifications
Accountant 9 - 12Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of Accountant P11 experience.
OR
Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Accountant experience.
Additional Information
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, provided it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts.
Foreign Transcripts. Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by CHEA. Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
Hybrid Remote Work. This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For remote work performance, this position requires a designated, secure, and appropriate workspace with reliable internet access (minimum 25 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload). Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time for any reason.
E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary. Instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview using Microsoft Teams.
Fingerprints. This position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.
AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
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