Accounting Assistant 8 - Full-Time (WJ Hayes State Park)nnPrint ( Assistant 8 - Full-Time (WJ Hayes State Park)nnSalarynn$23.79 - $29.31 HourlynnLocationnnOnsted, MInnJob TypennPermanent Full TimennJob Numbernn7501-25-PARK-012nnDepartmentnnNatural ResourcesnnOpening Datenn12/04/2024nnClosing Datenn12/18/2024 11:59 PM EasternnnBargaining UnitnnUNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)nnDescriptionnnBenefitsnnQuestionsnnJob DescriptionnnThe Accounting Assistant position provides support for the Unit Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of Hayes StatennPark. In addition, the position provides administrative support to Lake Hudson Recreation Area and Jackson Field Office.nnThe incumbent will work extensively with accounting practices, administrative policies and procedures, Recreation policiesnnand Human Resource policies and procedures to properly fulfill the administrative management responsibilities of thisnnposition.nnIncumbent is responsible for all duties relating to small project accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable,nnfinancial/budget reports/reconciliation, payroll, invoice processing, Human Resources functions, public relations andnngeneral office operations.nnPosition Description ( Education and ExperiencennEducationnnEducational level typically acquired through completion of high school.nnExperiencennThree years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to an Accounting Assistant E7, involving posting financial data to ledgers, preparing invoices, billings and/or vouchers, reviewing and coding financial information, and maintaining account balances.nnAdditional Requirements and InformationnnCertain positions may require a criminal history background check.nnView the job specification at: you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator ( for the agency that posted this position vacancy.nnState employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.nnMore details on benefits for our new hires are below:nnRewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.nnInsurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.nnPaid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.nnPaid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.nnBonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.nnMilitary Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.nnTax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.nnStudent Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information ( to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.nnTuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.nnProfessional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.nnAlternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.nnGreat Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.nnUpdated: 2/28/24nn01nnACCTAST - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?nnYesnnNonn02nnACCTASTA - Do you possess at least three years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to an Accounting Assistant, involving posting financial data to ledgers, preparing invoices, billings and/or vouchers, reviewing and coding financial information, and maintaining account balances?nnYesnnNonn03nnQOL - How did you hear about this job?nnDepartment Employee or co-workernnFamily or FriendnnCollege Career FairnnState of Michigan Career FairnnSummer Youth Employment ParticipantnnCivil Service Vacancy SitennDepartment WebsitennOthernn04nnVETMIL - Did you serve in the military? If yes, please attach a copy of your separation/discharge papers. It is suggested that you do not include the following types of information in your uploaded documents: Social Security Number (SSN) or other personal or sensitive information you do not wish be made visible to recruiters. If you answered YES to the above question, please make sure you provide a detailed description of your military experience when completing the Work Experience portion of your application, including rank and specific job duties that would be considered relevant to the position to which you are applying.nnYesnnNonn05nnPlease indicate below any post-secondary education courses you have completed. Please check all that apply and provide a copy of your college transcripts.nnAccounting/BookkeepingnnDatabasesnnWord ProcessingnnSpreadsheetsnnNone of the abovenn06nnHow many years of experience do you possess using the computer regularly as a part of your job? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials to allow for accurate screening.)nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 to 5 yearsnn5 years or morenn07nnPlease select all the standard software in which you have job related experience.nnMicrosoft ExcelnnMicrosoft WordnnMicrosoft AccessnnMicrosoft PowerPointnnNone of the abovenn08nnHow much experience do you have performing general office duties, i.e., composing correspondence, setting up files, using various office equipment, etc.?nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 years or morenn09nnHow much experience do you have conducting interviews, training and onboarding new staff members?nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 years or morenn10nnDo you possess experience in the following administrative support and/or customer service tasks (please select all that apply):nnBookkeeping and accounting practicesnnGovernmental budgeting proceduresnnBusiness management practicesnnCollecting and organizing accounting datannAssemble and compile pertinent data and prepare financial reportsnnMaking bank depositsnnNone of the abovenn11nnHow much experience do you have in a Park, Recreation Area or DNR Field Office?nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 years or morenn12nnHow many years of experience do you possess working with Microsoft Word? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials)nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 to 5 yearsnn5 years or morenn13nnHow many years of experience do you possess working with Microsoft Excel? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials)nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 to 5 yearsnn5 years or morenn14nnFrom the following computer applications, please select those that you are proficient in using.nnMicrosoft OutlooknnPower PointnnSIGMAnnCAMISnnFacebook/TwitternnNone of the abovenn15nnHow many years of experience do you have planning or organizing multiple assignments?nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 years or morenn16nnHow many years of experience do you have providing customer service on the telephone?nnNone or less than 1 yearnn1 to 2 yearsnn2 to 3 yearsnn3 to 5 yearsnn5 years or morenn17nnHow many years of experience do you have interacting with the public in person?nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 3 yearsnn3 to 5 yearsnn5 years or morenn18nnPlease describe your experience you have interacting with the public in person.nn19nnHow many years of experience do you possess in processing timesheets and payroll?nnNonennLess than 1 yearnn1 to 2 yearsnn2 years or morenn20nnDo you have experience with the following? (Check all that apply.)nnGathering detailed account informationnnReviewing detailed information for accuracynnFilingnnRecord keepingnnNone of the abovenn21nnDo you have experience in processing invoices for payment, fee collection, preparing bank deposits, and remitting/reconciling accounts?nnNonenn1 year or lessnn1 to 2 yearsnn2 years or morenn22nnPlease describe your experience with processing invoices for payment, fee collection, preparing bank deposits, and remitting/reconciling accounts.nn23nnDo you currently work for the Department of Natural Resources?nnYesnnNonn24nnQOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)nnYesnnNonnRequired QuestionnnAgencynnState of MichigannnDepartmentnnNatural ResourcesnnAddressnn525 West AllegannnLansing, Michigan, 48909nnPhonenn517-284-5014nnWebsitenn verify your email addressVerify Email