Accounting Assistant 8 (Warren Dunes)

Accounting Assistant 8 (Warren Dunes) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4679334) Apply  Accounting Assistant 8 (Warren Dunes) Salary $23.79 - $29.31 Hourly Location Sawyer, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 7501-24-PARK-244 Department Natural Resources Opening Date 10/10/2024 Closing Date 10/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW) Description Benefits Questions Job Description The Accounting position provides support for the Unit Manager and Unit Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the Warren Dunes State Park which includes Warren Woods and Grand Mere state Park. Along with (4) boating access sites. This position requires the employee to have extensive knowledge of administrative policies and Procedures, Recreation Policies and Human Resources Policies to properly fulfill the administrative management responsibilities of this position. The employee is responsible for all duties relating to small project accounts, accounts payables, accounts receivables, financial/budget reports/ reconciliation, payroll, invoice processing, human resources functions and general office operations. Additionally, the incumbent plays a major role planning scheduling and coordinating meetings and distributing, requesting reviewing, and analyzing information and documents. Duties also include participation in the daily operation of Warren Woods and Grand Mere facility providing an assortment of outdoor opportunities for visitors. This person also serves as the liaison to staff and upper-level management, provided, training, information, and guidance to employees for the efficient operation of administrative and accounting programs at all facilities of the unit. Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/750124PARK244PD.docx) Required Education and Experience Education Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school. Experience Three years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to an Accounting Assistant E7, involving posting financial data to ledgers, preparing invoices, billings and/or vouchers, reviewing and coding financial information, and maintaining account balances. Additional Requirements and Information Certain positions may require a criminal history background check. View the job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AccountingAssistant.pdf State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 ACCTAST - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school? Yes No 02 ACCTASTA - Do you possess at least three years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to an Accounting Assistant, involving posting financial data to ledgers, preparing invoices, billings and/or vouchers, reviewing and coding financial information, and maintaining account balances? Yes No 03 Please indicate below any post-secondary education courses you have completed. Please check all that apply and provide a copy of your college transcripts. Accounting/Bookkeeping Databases Word Processing Spreadsheets None of the above 04 How many years of experience do you possess using the computer regularly as a part of your job? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials to allow for accurate screening.) None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 05 How much experience do you have performing general office duties, i.e., composing correspondence, setting up files, using various office equipment, etc.? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 06 How much experience do you have conducting interviews, training, and onboarding new staff members? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 07 Do you possess experience in the following administrative support and/or customer service tasks (please select all that apply): Bookkeeping and accounting practices Governmental budgeting procedures Reconciling travel expenses; formulating travel plans and itineraries Business management practices Collecting and organizing accounting data Assembling and compiling pertinent data and preparing financial reports Gathering detailed account information Reviewing detailed information for accuracy Filing Record keeping Making bank deposits None of the above 08 How much experience do you have in a Park, Recreation Area, or DNR Field Office? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 09 How many years of experience do you possess working with Microsoft Word? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials)? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 10 How many years of experience do you possess working with Microsoft Excel? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials)? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 11 From the following computer applications, please select those that you are proficient in using. Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft Teams Business Objects or Intelligence CAMIS SIGMA Facebook/Twitter None of the above 12 How many years of experience do you have planning or organizing multiple assignments? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 13 How many years of experience do you have providing customer service on the telephone? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 14 Please describe your experience providing customer service on the telephone, if you have no experience, please write N/A. 15 How many years of experience do you have interacting with the public in person? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 16 Please describe any experience you have interacting with the public in person. 17 How many years of experience do you possess in processing timesheets and payroll? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 18 How many years of experience do you possess in processing invoices for payment, fee collection, preparing bank deposits, and remitting/reconciling accounts? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years 5 years or more 19 Please describe your experience with processing invoices for payment, fee collection, preparing bank deposits, and remitting/reconciling accounts. 20 Do you currently work for the State of Michigan? Yes No 21 Do you currently work for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources? Yes No 22 Have you previously worked for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources? Yes No 23 QOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) Yes No Required Question Agency State of Michigan Department Natural Resources Address 525 West Allegan Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Phone 517-284-5014 Website https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email