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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/20/18

Applications Due04/03/18

Vacancy ID49722

AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleAssociate Accountant - Item #07431

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $71847 to $90876 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 110 State Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12236

Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates must be reachable on the Associate Accountant State Accounts & Systems,
SG-23, Civil Service eligible list OR must be eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

70.1 Transfer:
Individual must have one year of permanent competitive service in a qualifying title allocated to a grade 21 or higher.

Duties Description • Oversee all activities involved in the creation of financial data that comprise the Employer Billing process: Employer Projections & Rates, Employer Estimates, Prior Years’ Adjustments, Salary & Services Listing and Annual Invoices:
Ensures that all accounting procedures are followed in the creation of all financial information available to employers. Annually, makes recommendations for changes to the process necessitated by legislation that are financially sound and meet accounting requirements. For each piece of financial data created, coordinate with ITS, Actuarial and Accounting Bureaus to make sure information is correct and has been loaded appropriately. Coordinate testing processes to ensure accuracy of data, invoice components, calculations and migration into web based applications and Retirement Billing System. Compile financial and tracking data for the Annual Invoice process and ensure collection of all outstanding invoices. Ensure correct calculations of delinquent interest and time payments. Manage and oversee staff in the Employer Billing unit.
• Provide information and education to participating employers of NYSLRS:
As primary contact for billing information, the associate accountant’s number is published for employers to call for questions and information. Required to be knowledgeable and explain all facets of billing process, i.e. amortizations, how regular pension contributions are calculated, development of payoff schedules. Work with employers to research more complicated billing and accounting questions and provide analysis required for them to prepare budgets and make other financial decisions.
• Provide information and analysis to NYSLRS staff:
Prepares responses to FOIL requests. Prepares and analyzes accounting data for Bureau and Division management. Provides information and technical accounting advice to program administrators or staff in the development of prescribed reports, accounting records, documents, development of policy and gives technical accounting advice on the fiscal and accounting implications of ongoing or new programs. Answers technical questions from program managers and staff regarding accounting requirements of the program; and procedures and practices to follow in solving accounting problems
• Responsible for NYSLRS Receipting Unit which include receipting and recording of all loan, arrear and employer invoices:
Work with unit supervisors to confirm accurate application of payments and recording of data, particularly when invoice payments are being receipted. Provide guidance on more difficult accounting issues. Ensure policies and procedures are documented and adhered to.
• Work on Redesign Project:
Attends meetings pertaining to redesign of billing process, cash receipting and employer demographics for the new NYSLRS system. Read all documentation and provide feedback. Test new system. Implement new system. Develop and implement new procedures.

Additional Comments Desired Competencies:
Ability to manage and supervise specific units and staff within it. Primary liaison for questions relating to unit.
• Ability to continually update written procedures and train staff.
• Ability to represent Employer Billing at meetings with other bureaus and at team meetings.
• Experience testing large volume of data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet legislated deadlines.
• Experience with web based applications
• Ability to explain complex processes in a relatable manner
• Experience in implementation of new systems including design and testing

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Janelle A Manzer

Telephone 5184741924

Fax

Email Address recruit@osc.state.ny.us

Address

Street 110 State Street

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

 

Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to recruit@osc.state.ny.us no later than April 3, 2018. Please reference Item #7431 GOER-JAM when responding. (The Vacancy ID at the top of this posting should not be included).

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