Accountant 9-P11

Accountant Position

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services. This position is with the Financial Services area of DTMB. We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. Above all, we are looking for someone that is passionate about customer service and being a leader. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, meaning you can effectively give oral and written reports, and prepare clear and concise documentation both verbally and electronically. Needs to have a team-oriented mindset, able to embrace diversity and be capable of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of professionals. Must be organized, with good time management skills and know the importance of a timeline. We want someone who is reliable, honest and who keeps their commitments to colleagues and clients. We need someone who can seek effective solutions to help resolve problems in a timely manner.

This position serves as an accountant within the Pension & Employee Benefit Trust Fund (Retirement) Section which will perform various accountant assignments while working with other members of the retirement accounting team. The position is responsible for the completion of accounting, financial and technical tasks including, but not limited to, the following : prepare and enter journal entries into the State of Michigan's accounting system (SIGMA); analyze, reconcile and monitor the data of assigned retirement system; prepare assigned Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and other related managerial and financial reports; utilize and / or develop data analysis tools to support staff and unit manager; serves as a back-up to other staff accountants and perform tasks during the year-end close / audit. The office location is Lansing, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.

The State of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a high-paced environment, we are really interested in hearing from you. Please consider sending in your application today.

To be considered for this position you must :

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and / or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and / or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out. The Department of Technology, Management & Budget reserves the right to close this posting, prior to its original end date, once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department / Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.