Accountant 9-P11 - Gaming System Accountant - State of Michigan

Accountant 9-P11 - Gaming System Accountant


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Accountant 9-P11 - Gaming System Accountant






Salary




$25.10 - $39.33 Hourly






Location




Lansing, MI








Job Type




Permanent Full Time






Job Number




2795-25-FG-ACCT-A-001








Department




Lottery






Opening Date




10/31/2024








Closing Date




11/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern






Bargaining Unit




N/A











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Job Description








The Michigan Lottery was established under the authority of Public Act 239 of 1972 to generate funds to support Michigan’s public-school system and generates revenue through the sale of Lottery tickets at retail locations and over the internet. Profits from lottery revenue are used to supplement state education programs.


This position is responsible for daily and weekly analysis and reconciliation of Lottery retailer and digital (iLottery) accounting management modules of the automated gaming systems, which is pertinent to the overall integrity of the Lottery. Assist with release of the weekly retailer and vendor EFTs, recording gaming transactions in general accounting ledger, analyzing and reconciling tax and debt withholding data, as well as assisting with monthly and annual tax reporting and filing. Other responsibilities include cash receipts audit, process scanned retailer adjustments, and providing support and backup functions within Financial Gaming unit as needed. Utilization of numerous complex computer systems is required to manage these duties.

The Michigan State Lottery is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency


Silver Level Veteran Friendly Employer.





Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/FGS%20Accountant%209-P11%20(1)%20(2).docx)




Required Education and Experience





Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting.


Experience


Accountant 9

No specific type or amount is required.


Accountant 10

One year of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports equivalent to an Accountant 9 or Auditor 9.


Accountant P11

Two years of professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports, including one year equivalent to an Accountant 10, Auditor 10, or Assistant Auditor General 10.





Alternate Education and Experience





Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA) may be substituted for one year of Accountant P11 experience.


OR


Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of Accountant P11 experience.





Additional Requirements and Information



Additional Requirements and Information



Based on operational needs, remote work and alternative work schedule requests for this position may be considered. The Michigan State Lottery’s (MSL) main office is located at 101 East Hillsdale, Lansing, MI, however, MSL has a satellite office in Lansing and offices located around the state. Not all MSL positions have the capability to work remotely due to the nature of the position. For positions approved to work remotely, MSL requires a minimum of two in-office days each week. Periodic onsite teamwork, collaboration, and communication with peers and leaders is required for all positions and is essential to the position's success and MSL’s mission and values. Selected candidates approved to work remotely, or a hybrid schedule (combination of remote and in-office), must complete that work within Michigan. Remote work will be determined by management and is not an entitlement. Employees will be provided computers and other essential items necessary to perform state work. Employees working remotely will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:


A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.

A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.

Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

Lottery employees and family members residing within the same household are prohibited from purchasing lottery tickets and from participating as a worker in charitable gaming events licensed by the bureau (i.e., bingo, raffle, etc.).


To be considered for this position, you must submit to the following initial background check requirement(s). In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 2.07, you may be sanctioned from applying to positions with the State of Michigan, permanently or up to (3) three years, should you fail to pass/submit to the pre-employment drug test. Under Civil Service Regulation 3.06, you may be sanctioned from applying to positions with the State of Michigan, if you make any false statements or omissions of a material fact during the selection process. Civil Service Rule 2-7 requires that all persons who are not currently state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test. This urine sample test must be administered within 24 hours, or your offer may be rescinded. An applicant must remain at the testing site until the testing process is completed and permitted up to 3 hours to provide a sufficient specimen. It is considered a refusal to test if an applicant fails to provide a sufficient amount of urine for a drug test within the allowed time. Positions within the Bureau of State Lottery will require a criminal history background check.

Job Specification (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/Accountant_11952_7.pdf)


State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:


Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.



Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.



Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.



Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.



Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.



Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.



Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.



Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.



Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.



Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.



Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.



Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.



Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.



Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.



Updated: 2/28/24











01


ACCOUNT - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.


+ Yes


+ No






02


Please select your level of experience,


+ None to one year of post-degree professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports.


+ One to two years of post-degree professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports.


+ Two to three years of post-degree professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports.


+ At least three years of post-degree professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports.


+ At least two years of post-degree professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports AND possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification (CPA). If so, please provide a copy of your license number in the Certification/Licenses section of your application.


+ At least two years and six months of post-degree professional experience performing or auditing the systematic classification and evaluation of accounting data and the preparation of related financial and managerial reports AND possession of a Certified Management Accountnant certification (CMA). If so, please provide your license number in the Certification/Licenses section of your application.






03


Please select your level of accounting experience working in a business office environment.


+ None


+ Less than one year


+ One - two years


+ Two years or more






04


If you possess accounting experience working in a business office environment, please explain when and how you gained this experience. If you don't possess this experience, please indicate N/A.






05


Please select your level of experience troubleshooting and analyzing financial data using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and other financial reports generated from multiple system applications.


+ None


+ Less than one year


+ One - two years


+ Two years or more






06


If you possess experience troubleshooting and analyzing financial data, please explain when and how you gained this experience. If you don't possess this experience, please indicate N/A.






07


Please select your level of accounting experience working with a gaming system.


+ None


+ Less than one year


+ One - two years


+ Two years or more






08


If you possess accounting experience working with a gaming system, please explain when/how you gained this experience. If you don't possess this experience, please indicate N/A.






09


Did you attach the following documentation to your application? (1) cover letter (2) resume (3) official transcript For our purposes, an official college transcript must contain your name, the college name/address, degree conferred/date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree was granted) and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Web-based, internet, or unofficial transcripts are not acceptable.) Please note: Failure to attach all of the requested documentation may eliminate you from further consideration.


+ Yes


+ No






10


Lottery employees and family members residing in the same household are prohibited from purchasing lottery tickets and from participating as a worker in charitable gaming events licensed by the bureau (i.e. bingo, raffle, etc.) Does this present a problem for you?


+ Yes


+ No






11


If this condition of employment is a problem, please explain why. Otherwise, indicate N/A.





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Agency


State of Michigan






Department


Lottery


Address


MSL-HR@michigan.gov

101 East Hillsdale

Lansing, Michigan, 48909







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