Senior Accountant

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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

The Prince George’s County Office of Finance is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Accountant 3G, grade G24 position, in the Accounting Division.

About the Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for reviewing monthly accounting system reports, investigating unusual or questionable transactions, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. The role includes analyzing capital outlay expenditures, calculating and recording depreciation for capital assets, maintaining detailed depreciation records, and preparing and updating bond schedules. This position reviews expenditures and financial transactions to verify compliance with appropriation authority, the adequacy of supporting accounting information, and the allowability of costs. In addition, the position prepares adjusting and reclassification journal entries to ensure accurate reporting of fund activity in accordance with GAAP standards.

About the Agency

The Office of Finance is dedicated to maximizing available resources and delivering creative and innovative financial services to a wide range of internal and external customers of the County. The Office of Finance:

• Controls all cash and investments to assure maximum safety, liquidity and yield.

• Collects all revenues and receipts due to the County, including property taxes.

• Conducts tax sales to collect delinquent property taxes.

• Processes and/or monitors payments to vendors, employees, or other payees for goods, services, and other liabilities.

• Processes biweekly payroll for 6,000 employees and monthly payroll for 2,000 retirees.

• Certifies availability of funds for payment of liabilities and obligations.

• Maintains system of accounts and records for all financial transactions.

• Reports results of financial operations using established reporting standards and methods.

• Facilitates annual financial audit process.

• Supports the legislative process - including composing and reviewing draft resolutions and bills, esp., those involving complex financial issues.

• Gathers, analyzes, and evaluates diverse accounting data; develops trends, forecasts, and projections; and provides recommendations to support departmental fiscal operations.
• Performs complex reconciliations of designated accounts and funds in key functional areas.
• Reconciles and makes end of period adjustments to specific accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepares journal entries to record financial transactions in accordance with established accounting standards and procedures.
• Interprets and applies applicable state and federal laws, codes, ordinances, and administrative procedures in the performance of accounting duties.
• Maintains and reconciles specific sub systems to ensure data integrity and alignment with the general ledger.
• Reviews contracts and real estate documents for financial accuracy, compliance, and proper accounting treatment.
• Provides supervision, training, and guidance to lower level account clerks and account technicians.
• Reviews, analyzes, audits, and researches financial statements, funds, and reports within key functional areas.
• Advises departments and agencies on financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Reviews monthly trial balances for accuracy and completeness.
• Participates in periodic audits and examinations of the County’s financial records, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts and assists with special projects involving financial information, financial studies, statistical data, and related analyses.
• Serves as a liaison between the County and external agencies.
• Provides input and support in the preparation of departmental budgets.
• Utilizes automated systems and equipment to perform assigned accounting duties.
• Monitors accounts for assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses to ensure proper classification and reporting.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards and policies.
• Prepares and records assets, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Maintains and balances subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Accounting, Finance, Quantitative Analyses, or Business Administration or a related field.
• Two (2) years of professional accounting experience.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered. 

• Three years of accounting experience within a governmental organization.
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SAP.
• Strong independent problem solving abilities and proven capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Experience preparing financial statements and participating in annual audits.
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and enterprise fund accounting.
• Proficient in Excel, including formulas, data organization, and spreadsheet management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Salary Range Transparency:  The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. 

Tentative Interview Dates: May 4-8, 2026.  Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 1301 McCormick Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment:  Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable): 

•Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency. 
•Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
•Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
•Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work:  Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
 
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:  If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice.  Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace