ACCOUNTANT II

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Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission

4201 Patterson Avenue

Baltimore, MD  21215

The main purpose of this position which is a Forensic Accountant is to conduct analysis of complex financial and business records to support state investigations, prosecutions, and the seizure and forfeiture of illegally derived cannabis, money, laundering and fraud.

       Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize and conduct investigations dealing with auditing deficiencies, financial  fraud and other security practices that may involve possible violations of Maryland Law;
• Review and analyze audit working papers, corporate books and records, and other financial and accounting documents;
• Supervise internal and external forensic auditors for quality control and accuracy;
• Conduct interviews and provide testimony;
• Work with the Maryland Office of the Attorney General staff where necessary;
• Identify auditing, accounting and financial reporting deficiencies;
• Make recommendations to the Executive Director related to reporting discrepancies and enforcement actions;
• Participate with attorneys in administrative hearings before hearing officers and before the client and the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission

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

Experience:  Two 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.

The successful candidate should have:

• Current CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license;
• At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience with a public accounting firm in the audit of publicly traded companies with a minimum of 3 years;
• Proficient in the application of accounting and auditing guidance including GAAP, GAAS, and the state and federal securities regulations including Maryland State Regulations related to the issuance of audited financial statements;
• Superior technical abilities, regulatory knowledge, leadership and verbal and written communications skills;  State regulatory auditing and compliance experience
• Must pass a background investigation/random drug testing
• Must be able to maintain a current Maryland Driver’s License in good standing

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated. 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. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If online process is not available, please send your paper application to: DHMH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: (410) 767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the DHMH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251 or via email at dhmh.jobs@maryland.gov.