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Director of Accounting Operations FISCAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR VI

State of Maryland · Maryland, United States · 1 mo ago
AccountingFull-time

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department.

About the Role

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is one of the largest departments in Maryland with over 9,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

Responsibilities

  • Directs and oversees the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services' (DPSCS) Accounting operations, providing strategic leadership for a staff of approximately 40 employees responsible for critical Departmentwide accounting functions.
  • Manages the Department Headquarters' financial transactions, through subordinate supervisors.
  • Directs and oversees Departmental annual fiscal year end closing activities and GAAP reporting processes; coordinates responses to external audits, develops Departmentwide fiscal procedures and training programs, and ensures compliance with State and federal financial reporting requirements.
  • Routinely collaborates with agency heads, executive leadership, the Department of Budget and Management, the Comptroller's Office, and other stakeholders to develop fiscal strategies, resolve complex financial issues, and support sound financial decision-making across the Department.
  • Serves as a principal fiscal advisor to Department senior financial leadership, providing technical expertise in the State's Financial Management Information System (FMIS), budget development, fiscal policy, and internal controls.
  • Oversees the preparation and review of operating budget requests, monthly expenditure projections, and financial analyses for multiple DPSCS agencies while supporting 18 regional fiscal offices through guidance, training, and technical assistance.

Requirements

This senior management position requires exceptional leadership, budget management, financial analysis, and strategic planning skills, as well as extensive knowledge of governmental accounting principles, budget development, financial management systems, and internal control practices. The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment in establishing priorities, interpreting fiscal policy, directing statewide financial operations, and recommending solutions to complex financial and operational challenges.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • Six (6) years of progressive, professional Fiscal experience to include at least five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience involving oversight of fiscal year end closing activities and/or budget monitoring and submission activities for governmental or not for profit entities.
  • Candidates may substitute the possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Accounting for 2 years of experience.
  • Candidates may substitute the possession of a certified professional accountant license for 2 years of experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience utilizing the State of Maryland Financial Management Information System (FMIS), including demonstrated proficiency with R*STARS (RSTARS) and ADPICS, performing complex accounting, financial reporting, reconciliation, and fiscal management functions associated with year-end close.
  • Five (5) years of supervisory experience overseeing professional accounting or fiscal staff, including responsibility for staff development, performance management, workload prioritization, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

  • Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
  • Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
  • Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
  • Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
  • Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
  • Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
  • Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.

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