Director of Finance FISCAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR I

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.

Duties of this position

• Coincides 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.
• Maintains monthly expenditures activity for accuracy regarding types of expenditure and funding sources.
• Presents 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.
• 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 requests.
• Experience managing employees.

Benefits

The State of Maryland offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid time off (vacation and sick leave), participation in the State pension plan, supplemental retirement options, and membership in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.