Director of Finance

State of Maryland

$90K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 2 years of direct supervisory experience
  • 1 year of experience managing a government program or similar organizational program
  • Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating financial policies and programs
  • Experience in accounting, budgeting, and auditing

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily administrative and fiscal functions of the fiscal unit
  • Lead budget initiatives and interact with relevant offices for budget development
  • Prepare and approve the division's 24 individual budgets
  • Monitor monthly expenditure accuracy and financial management projections
  • Review legislative audit reports and implement corrective action plans

Benefits

  • Comprehensive state benefits package
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Support for professional development and training
  • Flexible working environment
  • Access to wellness programs
Full Job Description
GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the job is to direct and coordinate the fiscal activities, including accounting, budgeting, and auditing, for the division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (O&P) and its 25 regulatory programs. This role assists in developing, planning, and managing an indirect cost allocation plan for the Division while providing guidance to the Office of the Commissioner on all budgetary items. It also supervises finance employees within the division.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Coordinates and directs the daily administrative, fiscal, procurement, and auditing functions of the fiscal unit, to include budget and fiscal management, special fund analysis, revenue and expenditure projections.
  • Leads budget initiatives on behalf of the Commissioner's Office. Interacts with the Office of Administration and the Secretary's Office regarding budget development and amendments.
  • Directs the preparation of the division's 24 individual budgets and is the approving official within the division for all purchases and expenditures during the fiscal year.
  • Monitors monthly expenditures activity for accuracy regarding types of expenditure and funding sources. Prepares financial management projections, encumbrances, and other relevant factors.
  • Reviews legislative audit reports and reports by outside auditors, develops audit responses, and implements corrective action plans.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or other financially-related field. 2 years of direct supervisory

Experience: Must have 1 year of experience managing a government program or other organizational program and one year of experience developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, plans, and programs, including accounting, budgeting, and auditing experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Experience preparing and overseeing budgets
Experience directing and coordinating fiscal activities

Experience reviewing and responding to audit request

Experience managing employees

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

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. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information only; however, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767-4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to [email protected]. If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking a veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland Department of Labor
Attn: Donna L. Watson 26-004528-0005

100 S. Charles Street, 5th floor, Suite 5000

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

For additional information, please contact Donna L. Watson at 410-230-6297 or via email [email protected] The MD State Application Form can be found online

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at State of Maryland

More Education, Government & Non-Profit Jobs

Find similar Director of Finance jobs: