Accounting Technician 7-E9

State of Michigan • Various, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), we serve the people of Michigan by partnering to provide quality affordable housing solutions in support of all communities. We strive to make Michigan a place where all people have quality affordable housing as a foundation to reach their full potential. Guided by our core values, we put people first, expand housing access and opportunity, use data to drive thoughtful decisions, and collaborate with partners to deliver innovative, sustainable housing solutions. MSHDA seeks an Accounting Technician. The position will maintain and reconcile financial documents on a monthly basis to MSHDA’s accounting system, complete complex journal vouchers, and prepare financial schedules for MSHDA’s annual audit. Competitive candidates for this position will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to interpret financial data, complete bookkeeping and accounting procedures, practices, methods, and techniques. Possess the ability to analyze and recommend improvements in accounting Systems. There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.

Requirements

• Completion of high school
• Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses may be substituted for the experience requirement.
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses may be substituted for the experience requirement.
• All newly hired state employees are required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment.
• All positions within the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) also require a state criminal background check and are subject to MSHDA's Ethical Standards, Conduct and Disclosure of Interest Policy, and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interest that may conflict with official duties as an MSHDA employee.
• Any offer of employment will remain conditional until the results of the background check, financial disclosure review, and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Attach a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience related to the qualifications described above, including information regarding specific duties, duration in the roles, and how applicable education and training relate to this position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile financial documents on a monthly basis to MSHDA’s accounting system
• Complete complex journal vouchers
• Prepare financial schedules for MSHDA’s annual audit
• Interpret financial data
• Complete bookkeeping and accounting procedures, practices, methods, and techniques
• Analyze and recommend improvements in accounting Systems

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED