Accountant I

Overview

The organization is seeking an Accountant I for the Office of Sponsored Projects Accounting and Compliance (SPAC).

• Work arrangement: Remote
• Employment type: Non-Exempt Regular
• Work location expectation: Employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
• Bargaining unit/union eligibility: Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Responsibilities

• Generate, record, and process invoices.
• Process funding entries for award closeouts.
• Under direction of manager, identify sponsored projects that require initial reports of expenditures.
• Complete and distribute initial reports of expenditures in compliance with the terms and conditions stated in award documents, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Make outbound communications with departments and outside customers in a professional manner while keeping and improving customer relations.
• Review and monitor assigned workflows.
• Compile data and prepare daily and monthly activity reports for management.
• Assist with the preparation of ad hoc reports.
• Other billing duties as assigned.

Note: This list provides a representative summary of major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned, and specific responsibilities may vary based on departmental needs.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with a minimum of nine (9) credits in accounting.
• Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
• Entry level to mid-level accounting knowledge of grants and contracts preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to apply basic analytical skills.
• Ability to operate manual and automated office equipment, personal computers, and financial software to input data.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare and present working papers and supporting documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry level to mid-level accounting knowledge of grants and contracts.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hiring range: $52,682.92 to $60,487.80 ($54,000.00 - $62,000.00 post probation).
• Retirement program (pension): Effective on date of hire.
• Paid leave package (Non-Exempt Regular):
  • 14 days of vacation accrued per year
  • 15 paid holidays
  • 3 personal leave
  • Unlimited accrual of sick time
  • Time for community service
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Professional learning and development programs
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
• Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job)

Job Details

• Job posting date: Aug 25, 2026
• Unposting date: Sep 10, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
• Job type: Full-Time
• Shift: Day Job
• Staff designation: Reg or CII Non-Exempt Staff

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran’s status, or any other legally protected classification.