Accountant/Auditor III, Grade 23

Montgomery County • 100 Edison Park Dr Gaithersburg MD 20878 USA, MD

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About The Position

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a robust background in accounting, auditing, and financial management to join the Budget and Capital Management Division. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with proven expertise in financial operations, adept at providing actionable insights through in-depth data analysis, and skilled in preparing comprehensive financial reports to guide decision-making in a complex organizational setting. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $78,929 to $102,514, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting; or a bachelor’s degree in business administration or public administration or a related field with a major of accounting coursework.
• Three (3) years of experience performing professional accounting work comparable to the Accountant/Auditor II.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in preparing sophisticated financial projections and developing actionable insights.
• Proficiency in processing and accounting for revenue, including preparing reconciliations for complex accounts.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee payment processing operations in a large organization.
• Hands-on experience using ERP systems like Oracle or advance Microsoft Office tools for complex analyses.
• Comprehensive understanding of governmental accounting principles, including deep knowledge of GASB standards.

Responsibilities

• Performing Advanced Accounting Work: managing and analysing financial operations, ensuring adherence to Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Supporting Fiscal Integrity: Reconciling accounts, preparing year-end financial statements, and ensuring compliance with Montgomery County’s Office of Management and Budget/Finance/Procurement policies.
• Driving Data-Driven Insights: Preparing detailed financial analyses and recommending actionable solutions to optimize resource allocation.
• Serving as a Financial Advisor: Acting as a trusted resource for internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance on budgetary and financial matters.
• Leveraging Technology for Efficiency: Utilizing integrated ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and advanced financial management tools to perform projections, reconciliations, and comprehensive reporting.
• Enhancing Accountability: Monitoring expenditure reports, processing general ledger transactions, and providing oversight for payment processing operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level