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AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleAssociate Accountant

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $66375 to $83954 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 120 Broadway

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10271

Minimum Qualifications This position is for State employees who are eligible for a 70.1 transfer by having one year of permanent or contingent permanent service in an appropriate title.

If you are on the Associate Accountant Interdepartmental Promotion List you may receive a canvass letter in the mail.

Duties Description The Incumbent must be able to perform the duties of the position with a high degree of independent judgment and advanced accounting knowledge.
Supervision:
•Supervise Senior Accountant;
•Responsible for assigning and reviewing work for accuracy and completeness;
•Evaluate employee performance and oversees training needs;
•Assist with interviewing prospective employees;

Investigation/Litigation Support:
•Handle individual case load, including review and analysis of financial information in connection with complex transactions, investigations and litigation;
•Direct and participate in the analysis of financial records;
•Draft memoranda and affidavits for attorneys;
•Assist attorneys in preparation for depositions and hearings;
•Testify in court on behalf of the office when necessary;

Trusts and Estate Matters:
•Direct and participate in accountings and other financial filings and assist attorneys in preparing for court proceedings;

Non-Profit Corporate Changes:
•Direct and participate in review of financial statements and other data to evaluate the fairness and appropriateness of proposed mergers, asset sales and dissolutions involving non-profits;

Special Projects:
•Direct and participate in special projects, including preparation reports analyzing financial filings;

General:
•Direct and participate in drafting correspondence and response to inquiries from the public;
•Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with the Financial Accounting Standard Board’s (FASB) Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Generally Accepted Auditing standards (GAAS), particularly those that are relevant to Not-For-Profit organizations. Familiarity with New York and federal laws and regulations governing the Not-For-Profit sector. Familiarity with Certified Public Accountants’ audit and review reports. proficiency with QuickBooks, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Able to work well with a diverse group of colleagues, members of the public and other government regulators; able to work independently; excellent communication and writing skills.

Additional Comments IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW, GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDERS #6 AND 28.1, AND SECTION 504 OF THE FEDERAL REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973, AS AMENDED BY THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Brianna Guckemus

Telephone 518-776-2500

Fax 518-915-7754

Email Address brianna.guckemus@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

The Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12224

Notes on ApplyingCurrent state employees who meet the minimum qualifications as stated above, may submit a cover letter and resume. The preferred method of submission is via email. Fax or regular mail is also accepted. Please indicate position ID #35109 in the subject line.