Job Details
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2024-82260-L0313). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM APRIL 22, 2024 TO MAY 5, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Do you like working with numbers? Do spreadsheets make you smile? Then this could be the job for you! Lebanon County is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our professional accounting team. This key position offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the residents of Lebanon County. Apply with us today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This is a professional accounting position that works closely with the Fiscal Director to ensure compliance with all requirements of the fiscal operations of the Lebanon County Mental Health / Intellectual Disabilities / Early Intervention Program (MH/ID/EI). This position assists with the classification, analysis, recording, review, processing, controlling, preparation and maintenance of a variety of complex county, state, and federal fiscal accounting and banking records, financial statements and reports, and client accounts. Work is performed independently within established policies and procedures. This position is supervised by the MH/ID/EI Fiscal Director.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
* Full-time employment
* Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
* Remote work is not available for this position.
* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
* You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
* One year as an Accountant II; or
* Three years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by 15 credits in accounting.
* Four years of bookkeeping experience and 18 college credits in accounting may be substituted for college graduation.
Other Requirements:
* You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
* You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
* This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
* Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
How to Apply:
* Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
* If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
* Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
* Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
* Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
* Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
* Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
* Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
* You must provide complete and accurate information or:
* your score may be lower than deserved.
* you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.
Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.
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Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional accounting experience?
* Yes
* No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.
* Yes
* No
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Have you completed 15 or more college level credits in accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.
* Yes
* No
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Do you possess four or more years of full-time bookkeeping experience?
* Yes
* No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Are you currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?
* Yes
* No
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your CPA license in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
* Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ACCOUNTING TRANSACTIONS
Applies relevant accounting principles and practices for a variety of transactions, such as revenues, expenses, transfers, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, loans, and inventory in accordance with applicable accounting and reporting standards. Uses accounting records and other supporting documentation to post accounting entries to general ledger accounts. Prepares and posts adjustment transactions to correct or close accounts. Monitors, reconciles and corrects funds as well as processes transactions. Analyzes and prepares transactions into statement and report format based on applicable accounting standards and regulations.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience applying relevant accounting theories and practices to complete various accounting transactions. I monitored, reconciled, and corrected funds. I was responsible for evaluating and validating the posting of accounting entries to general ledger accounts.
* B. I have experience applying relevant accounting theories and practices to complete various accounting transactions. I monitored, reconciled, and corrected funds; however, someone else was responsible for evaluating and validating the posting of accounting entries to general ledger accounts.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting or forensic accounting.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience monitoring, reconciling, and correcting funds.
* Your experience evaluating and validating the posting of accounting entries to general ledger accounts.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - COMMUNICATION
Prepares and presents information, studies, and reports orally and in writing on program or project evaluations, development, and analysis to provide policy and decision makers with factual information to be used in planning, implementing, monitoring, and resource allocation. This may include preparing narrative reports, tables, graphs, and charts as well as responding to oral and written inquiries regarding programs. Responds to informational requests and provides procedural guidelines, criteria, and training necessary for the implementation and management of programs and projects.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience preparing or presenting information. I was responsible for the final written report or presentation that conveyed findings such as status of funds, appropriations, budgets, or expenses.
* B. I have experience preparing or presenting information. Someone else was responsible for the final written report or presentation that conveyed findings such as status of funds, appropriations, budgets, or expenses.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, journalism, or public speaking.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience preparing information.
* Your experience presenting information.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - FUNDS ALLOCATION
Maintains adequate internal controls to ensure accurate records exist to support fund and inventory balances. Researches errors to determine the reason for occurrence and develops methods to prevent errors from occurring in the future. Maintains and analyzes records of revenue, costs, inventory, and adjustments to ensure recording and allocation is accurate among funds and/or cost centers. Develops or recommends the establishment of necessary controls and implements revisions in accounting methods and procedures needed to maintain controls.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience maintaining internal controls to ensure accurate records exist to support fund balances. I was responsible for recommending and implementing the establishment of necessary controls.
* B. I have experience maintaining internal controls to ensure accurate records exist to support fund balances. I recommended the establishment of necessary controls; however, someone else was responsible for implementing my recommendations.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to internal controls or governmental accounting.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience maintaining internal controls.
* Your experience recommending the establishment of necessary controls.
* Your experience implementing controls.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - COMPLIANCE
Provides a uniform and cost-effective system of accounting and financial controls to ensure accountability of government funds. Monitors agency compliance with established accounting standards. Identifies areas of risk related to the accuracy and completeness of financial statements and reports. Develops and implements procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience monitoring compliance with established accounting standards to ensure accountability of funds. I was responsible for developing and implementing procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
* B. I have experience monitoring compliance with established accounting standards to ensure accountability of funds. Someone else was responsible for developing and implementing procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business management or business law.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience monitoring compliance with established accounting standards.
* Your experience developing and implementing procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - MONITORING
Monitors entities to ensure that submitted reports and other required information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. Performs monitoring activities such as in-house desk reviews, on-site monitoring visits, and any other method available to ensure entities are in compliance with required guidelines. Cites deficiencies and makes recommendations for resolution.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies and making recommendations for resolution.
* B. I have experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies; however, someone else was responsible for making recommendations for resolution.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing or business analytics.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience citing deficiencies in submitted information.
* Your experience making recommendations for resolution.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 6 - BUDGETING
Reviews or amends budgets for regulatory compliance. Monitors program budgets, receipts, and expenditures. Reports errors detected and recommends potential resolution.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience reviewing or amending budgets. I was responsible for monitoring budgets for errors and making recommendations for potential resolution.
* B. I have experience reviewing or amending budgets. I monitored budgets and reported errors; however, someone else was responsible for making recommendations for potential resolution.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to budgeting or business statistics.
* D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your experience reviewing budgets.
* Your experience amending budgets.
* Your experience making recommendations for potential resolution.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 7 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Reviews and assigns work to staff; manages projects to include establishing priorities and timeframes for the completion of work; interviews prospective employees and recommends selection; and provides guidance to staff on complex problems.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
* A. I have experience leading the planning, implementing, and monitoring accounting or business projects to ensure project was on schedule and within established guidelines.
* B. I have experience planning, implementing, and monitoring accounting or business projects to assist in ensuring the project was on schedule and within established guidelines; however, someone else was responsible for the overall project.
* C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business management, project management, or project planning and implementation.
* D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
* The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
* Your specific role in leading, planning, implementing, and monitoring accounting or business projects.
* Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
* College/University
* Course Title
* Credits/Clock Hours
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