Fiscal Accounts Clerk I

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better We make our Clients Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done. Position Summary This FULL-TIME position is $16.63 per hour and is located in Baltimore, MD. The Fiscal Accounts Clerk I will provide general fiscal and administrative support to the Program Support Division within SHAs Office of Environmental Design. This role involves basic accounting and clerical duties, including processing invoices, reconciling account statements, and assisting with data entry related to budget tracking and procurement, and related duties as assigned. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Enter financial transactions into MDOT systems, including FMIS, ADPICS, and R*STARS Prepare, process, and track purchase orders, payment vouchers, and invoices Reconcile monthly expenditure reports and track budget balances File, scan, and organize fiscal documents both digitally and physically Assist with procurement tracking and vendor communication Ensure fiscal documentation complies with MDOTs internal control procedures Provide general administrative support to fiscal team and program staff as needed Communicate professionally with internal staff, vendors, and partners Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive fiscal data responsibly Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as assigned. Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures, to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed. Efficiently performs duties as assigned and works as a team within division and company. Perform other related duties as assigned. Skills And Abilities Proven, high quality customer service (internal and external customers). Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Capability to analyze situations carefully and adopt appropriate courses of action. Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, and procedures required by the position. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and navigate multiple computer applications / screens efficiently. Ability to effectively communicate to large and small group audiences. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, system navigation, and or related software. Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma or GED Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team Prior experience in fiscal or administrative support preferred but not required Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Standard Work Hours - Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Successful ATHENA Employees Will Display The Following Characteristics You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. You like to make your employer look good. You find solutions, where others only see problems. You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. You are aware of the employers needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. The benefits of working for ATHENA include a full Benefit package Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better. Medical, dental and vision insurance. Medical and dependent flexible spending account. Pet insurance. 401k with a generous employer match. Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal. The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr