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THE POSITION

Are you looking for an exciting career path in which you can exercise your experience in accounting while providing valuable services within the Commonwealth?  The Office of the Budget is seeking a Financial Programs Trainee to participate in a year-long training position which will prepare you to perform professional payroll accounting functions.  You will receive extensive training to cultivate a thorough knowledge of the Human Resource (HR)/Payroll and Finance Systems in SAP and other associated software.  Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity, apply today!

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Financial Programs Trainee, you will learn the processing of claims/receivables, recording adjustments, collections, and any other functions related to employee generated debts to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from 43 state agencies. You will also learn how to complete the auditing, processing, and accounting of approximately 1,900 salary and travel advancements for over $1.4 million annually, covering all agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction as well as using SAP to record all incoming checks and remittances for Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations (BCPO) tracking and disposition purposes.  Accuracy and attention to detail is vital within this role, as well as excellent communication skills and the ability to work cohesively with a team. 

 

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=00085564


 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.
  • Alternate work scheduled (AWS) is available upon completion of the probationary period.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection.  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:

  • Four years of experience in bookkeeping work which included twelve (12) credits in accounting; or
  • A Bachelor's Degree including twelve (12) credits in accounting; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes twelve (12) credits in accounting.

 

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement.  For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

 

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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. 

 

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