ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - FISCAL SERVICES

301 W. Preston St.
Baltimore, MD 21201

The Department of Budget and Management’s Employee Benefits Division (EBD) is seeking a candidate to be the Assistant Director overseeing - Fiscal Services. This position reports to the Director of the Employee Benefits Division and will manage and oversee the accounting and auditing functions of the health and insurance programs for the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program.  The position will also oversee EBD’s $7 million annual operating budget and monitor the fund balances of all non-budgeted health plan accounts totaling approximately $1.4 billion.    

The selected candidate will:  

• Prepare the monthly accounting of healthcare expenditures and fiscal year-end closing and GAAP statements       
• Participate in the annual employee/retiree premium calculations and the annual reconciliation of Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts        
• Participate in the procurement of service contracts under the State’s health insurance programs         
• Provide leadership and supervision of direct reports        
• Ensure accurate and timely production of all financial reports        
• Ensure that all transactions are recorded in compliance with GAAP, and financial statements are properly presented         
• Ensure accounting files and records are complete and maintained in an orderly fashion         
• Implement, document and maintain adequate and effective internal controls for all accounting processes         
• Tighten and improve the monthly close and reporting cycles         
• Oversee the provision of information to independent auditors        
• Ensure confidentiality of financial records and reporting         
• Develop internal and external communications and reports as needed         
• Liaise with employees and team leads to ensure understanding of finance policies and procedures, taking feedback and recommendations into consideration  

This position will serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Education:    Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university, or possession of a CPA License.  

Experience:  Five years of experience in supervisory Accounting functions to include experience with MS Excel, employee benefits financing, funding and budgeting and contract management.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to work with executive staff and employees as well as external consultants and auditors.  This position requires a self-motivated individual with the ability to work well under pressure meeting strict deadlines.

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Possess advanced skill level in MS Excel
• Possess experience working in a governmental agency setting
• Possess experience working with FMIS, ADPICS, and RStars accounting and finance systems
• Be detail-oriented
• Be a hands-on manager with regard to deliverables of the position
• Possess strong interpersonal and management skills
• Be able to work in a fast paced environment while meeting multiple priorities and deadlines
• Be willing to work overtime as needed

You must possess the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position. Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date. The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. 

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to:

Department of Budget and Management
Recruitment and Examination Division
301 W. Preston Street, Room 608
Baltimore, MD 21201

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-4850.

For education obtained outside of the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service may be required prior to hire.     

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

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