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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Payroll Analyst (Accountant 2) in Pennsylvania
Payroll Analyst (Accountant 2)
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Payroll Analyst (Accountant 2)
Salary
$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-12237-03030
Department
Executive Offices
Division
EX OB BCPO Pay Proc
Opening Date
11/19/2024
Closing Date
12/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
03030
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00815821
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations (BCPO)
Worksite Address
Forum Place, 9th Floor, 555 Walnut Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17101
Contact Name
Mindi Klinger
Contact Phone
717.214.3871
Contact Email
minklinger@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a career that keeps you on your toes with new challenges every day? The Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations is seeking 2 accountants for a unique role in the Pay Processing Division. BCPO is a dynamic bureau that is constantly evolving and implementing process improvements to accommodate the needs of a complex complement of employees. Our team-oriented environment makes it a great place to work and can be acknowledged by the long-term tenure of our staff. If you have a high interest and aptitude for data analysis, research, team building, and process improvements, BCPO would love to hear from you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Payroll Analyst, you will be responsible for reviewing payroll records to create customized financial and payroll accounting reports that offer analysis into targeted query areas. This functionality covers internal reviews to ensure legal and organizational compliance. You will have the opportunity to communicate with client agencies, the HRSC, and employees to ensure effective data extraction results. Work includes investigating and correcting errors during SAP Payroll Processing; reviewing returned payroll direct deposits and initiating corrective actions; preparing advancement requests; as well as reviewing or initiating requests for the stop payment of payroll direct deposits and check pulls. This position requires the ability to prioritize work and manage time efficiently as many tasks are time sensitive. You may be asked by your supervisor to take on special projects or assignments related to payroll related activity, or other related duties.
If you have a background in IT, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to identify problems and develop effective solutions, we highly encourage you to apply!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00004321)
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may be expected to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. Please keep in mind that while this is a full-time telework position, that can change at any time at the Governor's discretion. You must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: 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, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as an Accountant 1;or
Two years of professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by fifteen credits in accounting;or
Four years of bookkeeping experience and fifteen college credits in accounting may be substituted for college graduation. A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of general work experience.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Accountant 1 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time professional accounting experience do you possess?
2 years or more
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
Have you completed 15 or more semester credits of college coursework in accounting? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
06
Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
07
If you do not have a conferred bachelor's degree or higher, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
08
How much graduate level coursework have you completed in accounting or a related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
09
Do you possess four or more years of full-time bookkeeping experience?
Yes
No
10
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
11
Are you currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant?
Yes
No
12
If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide your CPA license number below. If you answered no, please type N/A in the box below.
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ANALYZING INFORMATION
Reviews and analyzes financial documents including accounting records, inventory transactions, or reports to assist in the determination of their accuracy or impact. Communicates findings in order to make adjustments or corrections.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience analyzing reported data. My analysis included a verification for accuracy of content.
B. I have experience analyzing reported data. Someone else was responsible for the verification and accuracy of content.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, statistics, or logic.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
15
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience analyzing reported data.
Your experience verifying content for accuracy.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - REVIEWING AND MAINTAINING PROCESS PROCEDURES
Provides a uniform and audit-able system of accounting and financial controls to ensure accuracy. Monitors agency compliance with established accounting standards. Identifies areas of risk related to the accuracy and completeness of revenue channels, inventory and internal controls, and reporting. Conducts researched assessment of process procedures and makes recommendations for revisions related to both hardware and software.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience monitoring compliance with established accounting standards to ensure accountability of funds. I was responsible for developing and implementing procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
B. I have experience monitoring compliance with established accounting standards to ensure accountability of funds. Someone else was responsible for developing and implementing procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business management or business law.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
18
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience monitoring compliance with established accounting standards to ensure accountability of funds.
Your experience developing and implementing procedures to eliminate unacceptable risk.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - ACCOUNTING TRANSACTIONS
Applies relevant accounting principles and practices to a variety of intermediate level transactions in accordance with applicable accounting and reporting standards. Perform any necessary adjustments, reclassification, and corrections within Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to correct or close accounts. Prepares and posts adjustment transactions or journal entries to correct or close accounts.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience applying relevant accounting theories and practices to complete various accounting transactions. I monitored, reconciled, and corrected funds. I was responsible for evaluating and validating the posting of accounting entries to general ledger accounts.
B. I have experience applying relevant accounting theories and practices to complete various accounting transactions. I monitored, reconciled, and corrected funds; however, someone else was responsible for evaluating and validating the posting of accounting entries to general ledger accounts.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting or forensic accounting.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
21
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience monitoring, reconciling, and correcting funds.
Your experience evaluating and validating the posting of accounting entries to general ledger accounts.
Your level of responsibility.
22
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
23
WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Prepares written and financial reports pertaining to cost. Designs, creates, and modifies worksheets to be used for accounting purposes. Prepares correspondence to communicate issues with various internal stakeholders, business partners, and customers.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience preparing written or financial documents. I was responsible for the final document that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients.
B. I have experience preparing written or financial documents. I was responsible for compiling a portion of the document, but someone else was responsible for the final version that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience preparing written or financial documents.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - MONITORING
Monitors entities (service channels, specialized programs, business partners) to ensure that submitted reports and other required information is accurate, reliable, and follows regulations. Assess all change requests are received timely based on business practices, agreements, or contracts. Cites deficiencies and makes recommendations for resolution.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies and making recommendations for resolution.
B. I have experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations. I was responsible for citing deficiencies; however, someone else was responsible for making recommendations for resolution.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
27
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience monitoring entities to ensure that submitted information is accurate, reliable, and follows financial, program, or other regulations.
Your experience citing deficiencies.
Your experience making recommendations for resolution.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 6 - RESEARCHING AND DOCUMENTING
Conducts research by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information related to process roles and procedures. Researches files and coordinates information from other personnel or sources to prepare for special projects and reports as needed.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience researching records and files for various projects and reports. When given a topic, I was responsible for compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources.
B. I have experience retrieving specifically requested records and files from a single records location.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods, research design and analysis, or data collection.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources.
Your experience retrieving specifically requested records and files from a single records location.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 7 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Communicates verbally and in writing with stakeholders, business organizations, and citizens to explain applicable laws, regulations, business practices, policies, and procedures. Utilizes customer service skills when dealing with adversarial situations and difficult personalities. Advises project develop teams on accounting components and identifies testing requirements thereof.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering general questions and providing technical advice as necessary.
B. I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering general questions, but I referred technical questions to someone else to provide information.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to counseling, social work, human behavior, public speaking, psychology, sociology, human services, public relations, or education.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience answering general questions.
Your experience providing technical advice.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
