Accountant 9-12
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Accountant 9-12
Salary
$29.05 - $42.46 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
0701-25-12-25NG
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date
06/27/2025
Closing Date
7/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job Description
Who We Are: The Department of Technology, Management and Budget(DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems. This position is with the Financial Services area of DTMB.
What We Are Looking For: 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.
About The Position: 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.
Position Location/Remote Office: 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.
What We Offer: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. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested.
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.
Online application must contain detailed work experience. It will be used as the primary source for the review of your qualifications. For more information about this posting, please review the position duties listed in the provided links:
POSITION DESCRIPTION - Accountant 9-P11 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Accountant%209-11%20PD%201.docx)
POSITION DESCRIPTION - Accountant 12
JOB SPECIFICATION (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/Accountant.pdf)
DTMB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting.
Experience
Accountant 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Accountant 10
One year of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports equivalent to an Accountant 9 or Auditor 9.
Accountant P11
Two years of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports, including one year equivalent to an Accountant 10, Auditor 10, or Assistant Auditor General 10.
Accountant 12
Three years of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports, including one year equivalent to an Accountant P11, Auditor P11, or Assistant Auditor General P11.
Alternate Education and Experience
Accountant 9 - 12
Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of Accountant P11 experience.
OR
Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Accountant experience.
Additional Requirements and Information
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. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/New_Online_Employment_Application_Guide_-_First_Time_User_446027_7.pdf) (Download PDF reader)
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.
The Office ofCareer Services (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/0,4614,7-147-6876---,00.html) offers current State Employees and interested applicants access to the job application process and a variety of career planning resources.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authoriza
