ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED [C13017/217181]

This is a contractual position with limited benefits.

Work that Matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in financing affordable housing and revitalizing communities.  Pursuing a career with DHCD is an opportunity to join a high impact, award-winning organization and apply your skills to a valuable public purpose in a challenging and dynamic field.  DHCD is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Multi-Family Accountant within the Community Development Administration (CDA), a nationally recognized state housing finance and community development agency. 

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Lanham, Maryland

The Multi-Family Accountant position is responsible for the servicing, accounting and reporting of approximately $200 million in loans for approximately 50 multi-family housing projects located throughout the State of Maryland. This position examines and analyzes billings, receipts and escrow changes and records these transactions in CDA's sub-ledgers. The position requires knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial management software systems, real estate finance, and mortgage loan servicing. The ability to interpret complex legal documents is also essential. The position reports accurate and timely information regarding this loan portfolio to senior management, the general ledger team, asset managers, borrowers, the trustee, and mortgage insurers. Accurate servicing and accounting is critical for CDA to meet its fiduciary and disclosure obligations to bondholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Please attach transcripts to verify education requirement.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.

Experience: Three years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

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 experience.
4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required 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.  

Applicants should be self-starters; possess strong financial, analytical, communications and relationship management skills; and be able to work both independently and within teams.  Advanced skills in MS Excel (especially financial functions) is a plus.

Not Applicable.

Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Please provide transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application.  Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYEE HEALTH BENEFITS

DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job sharing options, advancement and career path opportunities, casual business dress on Fridays, and a competitive salary

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you wish to submit a paper application or are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via fax or mail. Please include a cover memo with the following information:

• Attn: Amy Kipersztok, Recruitment Manager
• Your First and Last name
• Last 4 of SS# Recruitment
• # Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment

Please be advised that we can no longer accept the old MS-100 or resumes in place of application. Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your application; your application will not be considered.  If you are interested in the position and cannot apply online please fill out the revised paper application which can be found on JobAps or by contacting the Department of Budget and Management's Recruitment and Examinations Division Job Information Line at 410- 767-4850.

Fax: (410) 514-7029

Mail to: Amy Kipersztok, Recruitment Manager

DHCD Office of Human Resources

100 Community Place Crownsville, MD 21032   

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As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.