Accounting Technician 7-E9 (Administration Section)

Accounting Technician

This position serves as an Accounting Technician for the Water Resources Division's (WRD) Administration Section handling a variety of tasks. This position enters transaction information and / or certifies information in the Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Applications (SIGMA), the state's accounting system; creates Payment Request-Commodity Bases (PRC) and Electronic Payment Request (EPRC) documents to pay select vendors; certifies payroll; and assists with timesheet and travel reimbursement modifications. Reviews and processes revenue refunds, invoice adjustments, and records receipts of goods and services in SIGMA. This position serves as the WRD's Training Coordinator and Safety Coordinator. Prepares internal exchange transactions (IET) to other Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) divisions and state agencies. Adjusts, corrects, and writes-off invoices according to department policies and procedures. This position performs other related work as assigned and develops desk procedures to implement policies and procedures designed to improve controls, methodologies, and other changes for the Finance Unit.

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources. At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan's land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan's residents.

The work location of this position will be Lansing. However, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.

Please attach a cover letter and resume to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out. 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. Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.