Accountant 1, SCI Laurel Highlands

About the Role

This position supports the Business Office by preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial information for multiple facilities. It plays a key role in maintaining accurate accounting records and ensuring proper oversight of funds and accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly financial statements, summaries, and supporting reports for review and submission.
• Account Reconciliation: Review and balance checking accounts, petty cash, and various inmate-related fiscal records.
• Data Oversight: Monitor transactions, verify accuracy, and resolve discrepancies across multiple accounts.
• Inmate Account Support: Address inquiries, review documentation, and ensure fiscal compliance with laws and policies.
• Budget Coordination: Track expenditures, prepare budget requests, and report status updates to committees.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hour work week.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework is not an option for this position.
• In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year as a Financial Programs Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Successful completion of the Commonwealth's Accounting Intern Program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of Bookkeeping experience and fifteen college credits in accounting; or
• One year as a Fiscal Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration), and fifteen college credits in accounting; or
• A Bachelor's Degree including or supplemented by fifteen credits in accounting.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements

• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Information to support eligibility must be provided on the application.
• If claiming education, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience and qualifications. Generative AI tools may be used for preparation purposes only.

Veterans Preference

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.

Examination Information

• Completing the application and supplemental questions serves as your exam.
• Your score is based on the detailed information provided on your application.
• You must provide complete and accurate information.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.