Position Requirements

One (1) year as an Accountant 1; or two (2) years of professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four year college or university, including or supplemented by 15 credits in accounting. Four (4) years of bookkeeping experience and 18 college credits in accounting may be substituted for college graduation.

• This position requires Pennsylvania residency.
• Do not submit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents. These documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. 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.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Position Description

This position supports the fiscal management of mental health programs by maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and coordinating with various providers and county offices. Through your work, you will ensure accurate tracking of expenditures, reimbursements, and program budgets. As an Accountant 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Financial Coordination: Work with providers, program staff, and county offices to support efficient fiscal operations
• Account Maintenance: Create and maintain revenue and expense accounts in the accounting system
• Audit Preparation: Prepare financial documents for audits and assist with required reviews
• Budget Monitoring: Review program and provider budgets and track expenses throughout the year
• Rate Analysis: Analyze provider reimbursement rates using submitted financial reports
• Invoice Review: Evaluate expenditure requests and invoices for compliance with procedures and agreements

Legal Requirements

This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.

• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including, but not limited to, PA State Police, Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI clearance.

To Apply For This Position

• Go to the web site: employment.pa.gov
• Click on the OPEN JOBS tab
• Click on OPEN TO THE PUBLIC tab
• On the far right of the screen FILTER by location and choose Delaware County.
• Select Accountant 2.
• A dialog box comes up with job duties.
• If interested, click APPLY
• You will need to create an account.
• Complete application and answer all questions that follow.
• You will have to apply to each job posting separately.
• You will receive an email with an examination score.