Reference #: 4389901 THE POSITION Are you a motivated and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with numbers? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are actively seeking accounting assistants to perform bookkeeping work to maintain Firearm Dealer accounts. This is a great way to start a career with a prestigious public service agency. Apply today for this great opportunity and see how rewarding working for the PSP can be!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will review, record, and process surcharge remittance forms and documents related to applications and sales records submitted by Firearm Dealers throughout the state. You will verify information received to determine completeness, accuracy, and compliance with rules and regulations; complete all required account adjustments and review discrepancies with the firearm dealer; and post information to dealer's account after all necessary corrections are made.

Your duties include reconciling information from the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) dealer transaction logs with Surcharge Remittance Reports submitted by firearm dealers. You will ensure information is reported timely and accurately as mandated by law. You will conduct audits of dealer accounts that are not compliant as needed, and make recommendations to auditors for corrective action regarding non-compliant dealers. Additionally, in response to a dealer or sheriff inquiry regarding accounts, you will research the status of each dealer's account and provide proper information.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:15 PM, Monday - Friday, with 45-minute lunch. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $39,003.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience performing bookkeeping or clerical accounting work; or An Associate Degree in accounting or business administration including or supplemented by six credits of accounting. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass criminal history and background investigations. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please disc ss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.