Accounting Specialist 13 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4834076) Apply  Accounting Specialist 13 Salary $31.06 - $46.36 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 6401-25-FAS-005 AcctSpec Department Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA Opening Date 02/27/2025 Closing Date 3/6/2025 4:00 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description Summary of Position Duties: This position serves as General Ledger and Interim Assessment Specialist. The position has the sole responsibility for monitoring and analyzing General Ledger balances on a monthly basis providing Interim Assessments which mirror year-end closing monitoring for LARA which is highly diverse and complex in its organizational and Budgetary structure. LARA’s annual appropriation is $502 Million with over 75 funding sources including Federal, Private, Local and Restricted. Since the inception of SIGMA, it is imperative that General Ledger balances are monitored on an ongoing basis so that Budget and Accounting Directors and lead Managers have accurate totals for Budgetary Projections that are used by the Legislature, LARA Executive Office and the Office of Financial Management. The position performs independent research and analysis assignments and recommends proper treatment of accruals, expenditures, and revenue disposition throughout the year. Year-end closing activities of LARA’s accounting records require the performance of highly complex duties under very tight closing deadlines set by Department of Management and Budget, Office of Financial Management. In depth, specialized knowledge of the following accounting areas is required: GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), specific transactions and how the SIGMA financial tables are affected, the General Ledger in SIGMA and the state’s SOMCAFR. (State of Michigan Consolidated Annual Financial Report). Additional Requirements and Information: Interested candidates must attach a resume, and a cover letter explaining how your background and work experience will assist you in completed the necessary job requirements detailed in the Position Description. For more information about this position,clickhere For more information about our bureau, we invite you to visit us onFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/michiganLARA/) ,Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/michiganLARA) andYouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/MichiganLARA) LARA is proud to be Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, employee development and diversity and inclusion. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Any applicant suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out. Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting. Experience Four years 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, Auditor, or Assistant Auditor General including two years equivalent to an Accountant P11, Auditor P11, or Assistant Auditor General P11 or one year equivalent to an Accountant 12, Auditor 12, or Assistant Auditor General 12. Alternate Education and Experience Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certificate (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Accountant P11 experience. OR Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of Accountant P11 experience. Additional Requirements and Information View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AccountingSpecialist.pdf Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 ACCSPL - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 24 credits (36 term) in accounting? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. + Yes + No 02 How many years of experience do you have w with State of Michigan accounting policies and year-end closing activities? + None + 1-2 Years + 3-4 Years + 5+ Years 03 Please provide a brief overview of your experience with SOM accounting policies and year-end closings. 04 How many years of experience do you have with the Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Application (SIGMA)? + None + 1-2 Years + 3-4 Years + 5+ Years 05 Please provide a brief overview of your SIGMA experience 06 Do you have experience with SIGMA Business Intelligence? + Yes + No 07 Have you attached a cover letter, resume, references, and copy of official transcripts to your application? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA Address LARA-ohrinfo@michigan.gov 611 West Ottawa Lansing, Michigan, 48933 Phone 517-241-1196 517-335-9700 Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email