Job Title : Accounting Technician 7-E9 - DDS - Lansing (Remote)Location : Remote in Lansing, MICompany : State of MichiganSalary : Open Date : 2023-01-25Close Date : 2023-05-25Job Description
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion.
Position performs accounting technician duties to support statewide Disability Determination Services (DDS) provided on behalf of the Social Security Administration (SSA) by the State of Michigan, Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). These duties reside in, and are an integral part of, the MDHHS Bureau of Finance and Accounting. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: pre-auditing, problem analysis and resolution, entry of payments on the SSA / DDS Case Processing system for medical evidence of record invoice authorizations, consultative exams, case related client travel, and case related cab billings. Exception processing is required for reissuing undeliverable warrants/electronic funds transfer (EFT) payments, as well as determining proper resolution for returned warrants and overpayments. This position ensures compliance with Federal and State Accounting requirements, specialized payment rates approved by DDS and is responsible for meeting federally mandated processing time frames. This area is responsible for processing in excess of 900,000 invoices annually, including the State Inclusion workload
Additional information on the HSPD-12 background investigation is at the following link: Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12.
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To be considered for this position you must:
- apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- attach a cover letter.
- attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Accounting Technician 7
One year of experience involving posting to ledger accounts, reconciling accounts, executing adjustments, and preparing financial statements equivalent to an Accounting Assistant E7.
Accounting Technician 8
Two years of experience involving posting to ledger accounts, reconciling accounts, executing adjustments, and preparing financial statements, including one year equivalent to an Accounting Technician 7 or an Accounting Assistant 8.
Accounting Technician E9
Three years of experience involving posting to ledger accounts, reconciling accounts, executing adjustments, and preparing financial statements, including one year equivalent to an Accounting Technician 8, two years equivalent to an Accounting Technician 7, or one year equivalent to an Office Supervisor with a subclass code of BKPS.
Alternate Education and Experience
Alternate Education and Experience
Accounting Technician 7
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Accounting Technician 8
Possession of a Bachelor's degree with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Accounting Technician E9
Possession of a Bachelor's degree with at least 16 semester (24 term) credits in accounting courses and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
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This position is located at 608 W. Allegan St. Lansing, MI, however, this position has the ability to work hybrid (remote/office). Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or work hybrid must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
- A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
- Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
Questions related to this position may be directed to Steve Mayer at [email protected] or Kim Swan at [email protected].
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