Location: Augusta,Maine,United States
MANAGING STAFF ACCOUNTANT
(PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGER I)
Opening Date:
November 13, 2024
Closing Date:
November 26, 2024
Location:
Augusta
Position #:
01510-6862
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time
Class Code:
MA28
Grade/Salary:
Grade 28 (Confidential) - $66,206.40 - $94,057.60 Per Year
Are you an experienced accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you possess a high degree of initiative? Do you enjoy working collaboratively utilizing the latest technology? Then we are looking for you!
BRIEF AGENCY DESCRIPTION: The Natural Resources Service Center is responsible for program accounting, cash management and revenue/expenditure control for state agencies that support and guide Maine’s natural resource-based economy. These agencies keep our state parks and public lands pristine, prevent and stop forest fires, map the ocean floor, protect the food we eat, enforce fishery, wildlife and environmental laws, register snowmobiles and enhance your enjoyment of the Maine outdoors from Baxter State Park in the north woods to the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: As a Managing Staff Accountant at the Department of Administrative and Financial Services in the Natural Resources Service Center, you will work closely with agency managers, program administrators and the Service Center Director to determine financial status and reporting requirements; identifying ways of using accounting data for management purposes; evaluating the risk, benefit, and cost of proposals and agency initiatives; and participate in decision and policy making sessions. You will have overall responsibility for designing complex, agency-wide accounting systems, developing agency financial policy, and act as a primary financial representative externally.
The successful candidate will manage a staff of professional and para-professional accounting personnel and must demonstrate the ability to effectively manage day to day operations of an accounting unit. Qualified candidates must have excellent communication skills in addition to a strong financial background.
While the position work location is in Augusta, there may be opportunity for occasional remote work within a structured work plan.
For questions specific to the position, please contact Brandon Flint at: brandon.flint@maine.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An eight (8) year combination of education and experience comprised of a Master's Degree in Business Administration or closely related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in cost, cost/benefit, and financial analysis. Directly related experience may be substituted for education but must demonstrate comprehension and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines.
The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
- A thorough and mature comprehension of Maine state laws, rules, regulations, policies and other directives from central control agencies that directly impact program operations and management at the agency level.
- A proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse group dynamics.
- Demonstrated skill in fostering positive teamwork in a collaborative spirit to resolve difficult matters.
- A proven and demonstrated ability to manage a large staff of professional and para-professional accounting personnel.
- Comprehension of the financial, budgetary, and accounting systems and processes employed by both the executive and legislative branches of state government and how they impact program management.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and Resume, before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.
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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days.
- Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
- Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
- Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 18.09% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
- Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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