Salary : $87,235.00 - $140,274.00 Annually
Location : 401 Hungerford Dr Rockville MD 20850 USA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number:
Department: Department of Health and Human Services
Division: HHS 60 Chief Operating Officer Division
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt

About the Position
Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $87,235 to $139,683, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We're excited to announce an opportunity for an experienced and dedicated professional to join our County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as an Accounts Payable Supervisor.
What You'll Be Doing
This position will supervise the Accounts Payable Unit within the HHS Fiscal Team. Liaison between HHS personnel and other Montgomery departments, such as Finance and Procurement, concerning issues related to Accounts Payable.
Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Review and approve all types of Accounts Payable invoices prepared by our diligent Fiscal Team.
• Oversee the approval of HHS Direct Purchase Orders.
• Manage and mentor the talented staff within our HHS Fiscal Accounts Payable Unit.
• Lead the year-end closing process in our ERP system for DHHS.
• Collaborate with the Fiscal Team Lead to review and update policies and procedures related to accounts payable.
• Act as a liaison between DHHS, program staff, the Department of Finance, and the ERP team.
• Create performance plans and timely performance evaluations for The Accounts Payable Unit staff.

Telework: There may be an opportunity for limited telework, up to three days per week, after the initial training period.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting; or a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field with a major of accounting coursework.
Experience: Considerable (i.e., five (5) years) professional experience in a financial accounting, auditing or business administration field at the full performance level or 2 (two) years of experience performing work as a senior-level accountant and/or auditor.
Substitution: Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may be substituted for a degree in Accounting or a major in Accounting.
Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.
Financial Disclosure Statement: This position is designated as one that requires filing a Financial Disclosure Statement and you will be required to disclose information about your financial affairs.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:

• Experience reviewing, approving, or overseeing Accounts Payable transactions.
• Experience using ERP financial systems such as Oracle for AP, GL, or procurement activities.
• Experience supervising or leading financial or Accounts Payable staff.
• Experience working in a decentralized financial environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel or other MS Office tools used for financial tracking or reporting.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits
01

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

How many years of experience do you have in financial accounting, auditing or business administration field?

• No Experience or less than 1 year of experience.
• 1 Year Experience
• 2 Year's Experience
• 3 Year's Experience
• 4 Year's Experience
• 5 Year's Experience
• 6 Year's Experience
• 7 Year's Experience
• 8+ Year's Experience

02

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

What is your highest level of completed education?

• N/A
• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Juris Doctor
• Doctorate

03

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

Do you currently hold a Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

• Yes
• No

04

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in accounting; or a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field with a major of accounting coursework?

• Yes
• No

05

Select the response that best describes your experience reviewing, approving, and overseeing Accounts Payable (AP) transactions.

• I have not performed accounts payable review or approval responsibilities.
• I have assisted with accounts payable tasks such as preparing invoices, checking supporting documentation, or resolving straightforward discrepancies under supervision.
• I have independently executed accounts payable review activities, processed a high volume of transactions, confirmed policy compliance, and resolved routine issues with vendors or internal staff.
• I have coordinated accounts payable operations for multiple programs, approved invoices submitted by staff, ensured the accuracy and appropriateness of expenditures, communicated with procurement or finance teams to resolve complex payment issues, and supported year end processing for accounts payable.
• I have led an accounts payable unit, established or enhanced accounts payable procedures, trained staff in accounts payable requirements, enforced internal fiscal controls, and directed accounts payable activities during year end close and other critical deadlines.

06

Please describe the types of accounts payable transactions you reviewed or approved, the systems used, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."
07

Select the response that best describes your experience using ERP systems to support accounts payable or related financial functions.

• I have not used ERP financial systems.
• I have performed basic tasks in an ERP system such as entering information, verifying data, or locating documents.
• I have regularly used ERP modules to process and review transactions, run reports, reconcile accounts, or confirm data accuracy within AP, GL, or procurement modules.
• I have coordinated or approved financial transactions across multiple ERP modules, resolved workflow or system issues, ensured alignment between accounts payable and other financial processes, and communicated with ERP support teams to address discrepancies.
• I have led ERP-related accounts payable work, trained staff in ERP procedures, created or updated ERP process documentation, or contributed to ERP upgrades, testing, configuration improvements, or year-end close activities.

08

Please describe the ERP modules used, the types of transactions handled, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."
09

Select the response that best describes your experience supervising, training