Senior Accountant, (SG-18), Accountant Trainee 2, (SG-16), Accountant Trainee 1, (SG-14)(NYHELPS) Item# 08363

State of New York•Albany, NY

42d•Hybrid

About The Position

Perform professional accounting or auditing tasks requiring a knowledge of accounting principles and procedures in the development, examination, review, analysis or supervision of financial and accounting records including the preparation of related reports and statements. Within broad administrative policy limitations and following well established and accepted accounting and auditing methods and procedures, accountants design new or revise existing accounting systems. May perform both accounting and auditing activities or, depending on the nature of an agency program and the assignment, may specialize in one functional area.

Requirements

For appointment to the Accountant Trainee 1 you must have: A bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation. OR A bachelor's or higher degree with 24 semester credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses.
For appointment to the Accountant Trainee 2 you must have: All requirements for appointment to Accountant Trainee 1 AND A master's degree or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation. OR One year of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles.
For appointment to the full journey level (Senior Accountant) you must have: All requirements for appointment to Accountant Trainee 2 AND Two years of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles. OR A master's or higher degree in accounting, auditing, or taxation AND one year of professional experience in accounting/auditing or financial internal or field auditing, where you were responsible for the full range of activities in the design and/or review, analysis and management of accounting systems, resulting in the preparation of, or recommendations on, financial statements in accord with generally accepted accounting principles. OR A currently valid Certified Public Accountant license and registration issued by New York State.
Competitive Minimum Qualifications: You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Nice To Haves

Ability to meet rigorous deadlines, with accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to analyze complex accounting transactions and prepare detailed documentation.
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, team environment, providing backup and support to other staff.
Ability to work with multiple business partners, including staff from other Bureaus, in a professional, timely manner.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
Excellent Excel skills
Ability to work in a team atmosphere
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Perform professional accounting or auditing tasks requiring a knowledge of accounting principles and procedures in the development, examination, review, analysis or supervision of financial and accounting records including the preparation of related reports and statements.
Accountants design new or revise existing accounting systems.
May perform both accounting and auditing activities or, depending on the nature of an agency program and the assignment, may specialize in one functional area.

Benefits

A state pension with vesting after five years' service
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
Holiday and paid time off
Shift and geographic pay differentials
A committed continuous learning environment
Informational Brown Bag sessions
Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas