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State of Maryland

Budget and Payroll Analyst (AGENCY BUDGET SPECIALIST II)

State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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GRADE 16

LOCATION OF POSITION World Trade Center 401 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

Main Purpose of Job The Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for the Budget and Payroll Analyst position within the Division of Administration and Technology.

POSITION DUTIES Primary responsibility is to direct and coordinate the formulation, monitoring, and presentation of budgets for controlling funds to implement program objectives of the organization. Applies principles of accounting to analyze past and present financial operations and estimates future grant revenues and expenditures to direct and formulate the budget. The incumbent will serve as the payroll lead, ensuring full regulatory compliance and auditing timekeeping records in compliance with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Time and Labor Business Regulations. In addition, the incumbent will serve as a liaison officer for Human Resources, Central Payroll Bureau, and the Statewide Personnel System.

Candidates must possess:

Working knowledge of principles and practices of business and public administration, budgeting and governmental appropriations accounting; analytical procedures and techniques and mathematical concepts used in developing and monitoring agency budgets;

Government accounting standards; accounting principles and practices;

In-depth knowledge and skill in analyzing records, reports, and other business and financial documents to organize and present accurate and concise conclusions and recommendations related to agency budgets;

Excellent interpersonal, written, oral communication and analytical skills; proficient in the use of Microsoft, Google Suite, Workday, Statewide Personnel System, or other relevant financial software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Seven (7) years of experience in budget preparation, presentation and execution.

Candidates may substitute a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in budget preparation, presentation and execution for the required experience.

Candidates may substitute graduate education from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, political science or public administration at a rate of 30 credit hours for five years of required experience.

Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Budget Officer classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace Tools (Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Meet, Google Drive).

Experience in analyzing financial records, reports, and other documents to develop accurate annual budget projections utilizing the Budgeting, Accounting, and Reporting System (BARS).

Experience working with Maryland Statewide Personnel System (SPS), Workday, Central Payroll Bureau, and Human Resources.

EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including:

Health insurance

Dental

Vision plans offered at a low cost.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are highly recommended. If unable to apply online, please submit your state application/resume by the closing date and time to the HR contact listed below.

Anna Halikias anna.halikias@maryland.gov

If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at 410-767-6300. You may also visit our website: Department of Commerce.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

If you are unable to apply online, submit your State application form, resume and supplemental questionnaire to: anna.halikias@maryland.gov

Equal Opportunity Statement As an E‑Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

Accessibility TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258

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