Accountant

Come join our team! 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. Nature and Variety of Work The Prince George’s County Office of Finance is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Accountant , (Accountant 3G ) grade G24 position, in the Accounting Division . About The Position This is a senior-level professional accounting role responsible for performing complex accounting activities in a variety of functional areas. This position works with a considerable degree of latitude in taking action, independent judgement, and initiative when expediting complex accounting/financial assignments and projects. Incumbents perform accounting work in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in State and Local government, prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and 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. Examples of Work Reviews monthly accounting system or ad hoc reports and researches any unusual or questionable transactions. Also performs analytic review of accounts to identify non-routine variances in fund activity. Research situations, identifies and evaluates alternatives, and recommends appropriate action. Maintains financial control of several funds in the County's financial system. Reviews expenditures and applicable financial transactions to ensure compliance with appropriation authority, adequacy of accounting information, and allowability of the transaction within the parameters established by policies, laws, and other guidelines governing program functions. Prepares adjusting and reclassification journal entries, including chargebacks, to ensure the accurate reporting of fund activity consistent with generally accepted accounting and reporting standards. Prepares working papers, schedules, and other supporting documentation reflecting work effort. Reconciles accounting records of applicable health benefits expenditures to invoices from the County's health providers. Maintenance of Life & Health Funds (1903-1904) Maintenance of OPEB Funds (7011-7012) Maintenance of Police, Fire Service, Deputy Sheriffs' and Correctional Officers' Comprehensive Pension Funds (7009 Fire Service; 7010 Police; 7007 Sheriff's; 7006 Corrections) and Maintenance of Supplemental Pension Funds 7008 Deputy Sheriff's; 7000 Correctional Officers; 7001 Crossing Guards; 7002 AFSCME; 7003 G-Schedule; 7004 Fire Civilian; 7005 Police Civilian) Accumulates data from accounting system reports and file records to prepare periodic financial statements and reports that are supported by related working papers, tables, schedules, notes, and other material pertaining to responsible funds for inclusion in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, State Report, bond prospectus, or for other purposes. Responds to information requests from internal and external sources concerning financial statements and reports. Participates fully in periodic audits or other examinations of the County's financial records, policies, and procedures. Researches and analyzes financial data and prepares ad hoc or other reports on fund activity as required. Maintains current knowledge of the County, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and procedures, demonstrates understanding of generally accepted accounting and reporting practices, pertaining to areas of responsibility. Provides technical assistance, information, and advice to other County agencies, persons doing business with the County, residents, or other people making inquiries about areas of responsibility. Exchange channels include but are not limited to written and oral communications and formal and informal meetings. Operates data processing equipment and interprets output from County's automated accounting system environment. Gives administrative and technical assistance, as required, at the direction of the supervisor. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Quantitative Analyses, or Business Administration or a related field Two (2) years of professional accounting experience. An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Five (5) years of Government Accounting experience, including financial statement preparation. Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel. Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) title. Knowledge of Systems Applications and Products (SAP) or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms is preferred. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Ability to analyze, interpret, and submit oral/written reports. Great time management, analytical and organizational skills. Ability to work and adapt to a fast-paced environment. Additional Information 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: August 31, 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., Ste. 1100 Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Conditions of Employment Upon selection, the candidate must: 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, if applicable. Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable. 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace General Plan Information The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent. The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption). Employee Benefits Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week) Group Term Life Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance Program Health Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71% Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48% 457(b) 403(b) Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness Whole Life Insurance Accident Insurance Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr