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Form of workIntroduction GRADE 19 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH/Office of Health Care Quality, Columbia, Maryland Main Purpose of Job The Office of Health Care Quality (OHCQ) is the agency within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) that is charged with determining compliance with State licensure and federal certification requirements in forty-seven (47) types of health care facilities and community-based programs. Within OHCQ, this position will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing fiscal services. This position will supervise and plan the technical work of Advanced Accountants, along with an Administrative Officer II.
This position will prepare the annual State and federal budget requests, as well as ensure that the compilation of budget-related fiscal data gets completed by program staff members. Such data will then be presented to OHCQ management staff members. Additionally, this position will monitor expenditures through the preparation of projections which are presented to program and management staff members, with recommendations included.
Furthermore, this position will be responsible for modifying and implementing manual and automated systems, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. This position will also be responsible for the fiscal year-end closeout, including reviewing, approving and analyzing fiscal reports in order to meet funding source requirements. This position will be expected to keep management advised of OHCQ's fiscal status.
To add on, this position will formulate and implement fiscal policies and procedures, as directed by State, federal, and department funding laws. Finally, this position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of OHCQ's small procurement processes, including the procurement of equipment; services; construction; supplies; information technology; and other OHCQ needs. Such needs must be obtained through various procurement methods and require procurement technical interpretation, instruction, guidance, and assistance to OHCQ, in accordance with State laws and regulations.
This job classification is designated by the Secretary of Budget and Management as being eligible to telework. This is a hybrid telework position where work hours may be performed from a State or remote work site, based on the agency's needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in Auditing.
Experience: Five years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles, including three years of experience performing advanced duties in the areas of Cost Accounting, Systems Accounting, Federal Fund Accounting, or Bond and Loan Accounting. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with thirty credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by three credit hours in Auditing, for the required education.
2. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above. 3.
Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant, or a Master's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, may be substituted for one year of the required general accounting experience. 4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required general experience.
5. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a Commissioned Officer in the Accounting Officer classification or Financial Management specialty codes in the Accounting field of work, on a year-for-year basis, for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS The desired candidate should have professional accounting experience for the Maryland State Government. The desired candidate should also have experience supervising Accountants, as well as experience with- and knowledge of- procurement within the Maryland State Government. SELECTION PROCESS Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation.
The evaluation may be a rating of your application, based on your education, training and experience, as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work.
Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.
Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this, or other, State agencies. BENEFITS STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are highly recommended.
However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to, 410-333-5689. Only additional materials which are required will be accepted for this recruitment.
All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division, at 410-767-1251. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service, at 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
