Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Opening Date: October 24, 2024
Closing Date: November 6, 2024
Job Class Code: 0330 Grade: 23 (Pro / Tech) Salary: $49,275.20 - $69,139.20 per year
Position Number: 02032-1876
Position Location: This is a full-time position located in Augusta. This opportunity allows partial telework with management approval.
WIC is a supplemental nutrition program that supports Women, Infants and Children participants with nutrition, education and breastfeeding support. You will serve as the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Senior Staff Accountant. The Senior Staff Accountant manages WIC Federal Grants, which support WIC Operations.
Core Responsibilities
As a key member of the WIC team, your core responsibilities will include:
- Program management of the WIC federal grants, including monitoring contract spend, subrecipient monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
- Development of the WIC budget.
- Assist in contract development and procurement activities.
- Monitor participant benefit bank account and fund as necessary via draw/wire based upon applicable regulations.
- Prepare monthly infant formula rebate invoice.
- Manage WIC Program internal accounting operations in accordance with Federal and State regulations to ensure proper functioning, accountability, accuracy and complete disclosure of the Program's financial status to the concerned parties.
- Act as technical resource to provide state and local agency staff in the areas of cost sharing, cost analysis, financial analysis and financial statement preparation.
- Work closely with WIC program staff and DHHS Financial Service Center staff, to ensure the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements are compliant with Federal Regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).
Certification as a CPA, CIA, or CGFM -OR- A Masters Degree from an accredited educational institution in Business Administration -OR- a Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution in Accounting (or any Bachelors Degree from an accredited educational institution which includes 18 semester hours of Accounting coursework) and 2 years of professional accounting experience -OR- an Associates Degree from an accredited educational institution in Accounting and 5 years of practical, progressively responsible accounting experience (3 years of which must be at the professional level) -OR- 8 years of practical, progressively responsible accounting experience (4 years of which must be at the professional level). Accounting coursework must include successful completion of Principles of Accounting I & II, Intermediate Accounting I & II, plus two other accounting-related courses. Experience must demonstrate comprehension and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines and must demonstrate the ability to (1) analyze and reconcile financial data and records for the purpose of business financial planning; (2) design, recommend, and implement modifications of accounting methods, procedures, forms, and records; (3) prepare financial statements and reports such as balance sheets and other operating statements; (4) analyze and interpret laws, regulations, codes and ordinances to ensure appropriateness of financial transactions and accounting structure; and (5) analyze complex accounts and accounting relationships that result in complex accounting entries.
Preferred candidates will also have:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners.
- Computer skills, including knowledge of excel.
- The ability to guide strategic discussions and help groups to reach decisions that will further the mission of the WIC Program.
- Experience directly related to Federal Grants Management.
Agency information: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.
The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.
For additional information about this position please contact Ginger Roberts-Scott, WIC Program Director, at (207) 287-5342.
*To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter with your application. Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,130.05-$14,270.62 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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