Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $106898 to $131665 Annually
Duties Description The Division of Fiscal Management is looking for a Principal Accountant to manage the Expenditures Bureau. The candidate will also oversee the billing of Regulatory Fees and act as a liaison in our efforts to move toward our new Revenue Solution. The Principal Accountant reports directly to the Assistant Director of Financial Administration for Expenditures and Revenue.
Managing the Expenditures Bureau includes, but is not limited to, the oversite of the following:
•All Department payments
•Credit card administration
•Travel
•Outreach to agency staff
•Post payment audits
•Responses to OSC for various audits
•Bid Openings
•Internal controls
•Communication and coordination with employees of the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC), the Business Services Center (BSC) and State Financial System (SFS)
The above duties will be in combination with guiding Regulatory Fee staff through ongoing billings in SFS along with working with Business Systems, Program and SFS staff in the effort to update Program systems to communicate directly with SFS.
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment
- Currently in the title of Principal Accountant and an employee of DEC
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
Transfer Eligible – one year of permanent competitive service in a title at salary grade 25 or higher and designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.
Eligible for transfer under Section 52.6: Must have current or prior permanent service in a title designated as 52.6 and within two salary grades of this position. Determination of titles that are 52.6 eligible can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search “GOT-IT.”
Additional Comments Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.