State Accounting Manager - Delaware

Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (“Jamison”) is currently seeking a qualified and motivated candidate for the position of State Accounting Manager.

Job Title: State Accounting Manager | Delaware State

Description Of Services

State Accountants ensure accurate, efficient, and compliant fiscal operations at the State level through oversight of financial transactions and records; preparation of comprehensive and accurate reports; establishment and maintenance of internal controls, policies, procedures, and programs; and development, maintenance, and enhancement of automated financial information systems. State level encompasses or impacts operations of agencies across all branches of state government, and may also include schools, counties, municipalities, or other organizations.

Required And Desired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Two years' experience in financial project management such as planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the status of financial services or related automated financial information systems project, design, development or implementation.
• One year of experience in governmental accounting with the oversight of financial reporting and internal controls OR one year of experience in the oversight of a financial management system application.
• One year of experience in conducting statistical analysis, internal control reviews, or preparing financial statements such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements or risk assessments to identify risks, variances, trends, and discrepancies and recommending improvements based on findings.
• One year of experience in developing and evaluating internal controls, financial policies or procedures.
• Coursework, training and/ or work experience in staff supervision which may include performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others.
• Knowledge of operating requirements of automated financial management system(s) and the consequences of system modifications and enhancements.
• Skill in providing technical guidance and consultation on complex matters, requiring subject matter expertise in a fiscal oversight function(s).
• Skill in defining and documenting how system functionality, services, upgrades and enhancements meet business requirements.
• Skill in conducting statistical analysis, internal control reviews, or risk assessments to identify risks, variances, trends, and discrepancies.
• Skill in recommending improvements, enhancements or modifications.
• Ability to plan, schedule, assign, delegate, and monitor the work of a project team.
• Ability to implement plans and change set forth by management using results-oriented goals for measuring success.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of management.
• Knowledge of developing short- and long-range strategic plans.
• Skill in developing policies and procedures.
• Skill in staff supervision.
• Skill in making recommendations to improve compliance, efficiency, and an effective internal control framework at the State level.
• Skill in managing special studies and projects, and related resources that meet the State's mission, goals, and objectives.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state, local and federal agencies, and various internal and external auditors.
• Ability to communicate effectively with state, local and federal agencies, and various elected/appointed officials.
• Knowledge of professional accounting principles, practices, and standards including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) as they apply to state operations and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and private-sector laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in researching and analyzing inquiries, requests, or system problems.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management.
• Knowledge of financial and system impacts on organization and operations of agencies within state government.
• Skill in providing routine technical guidance, consultation, and recommendations.
• Skill in using computer software and automated information systems to research, review, evaluate, and report on data.
• May have skill in maintaining, reviewing, and verifying table configuration in an automated information system.
• Ability to research, compile, and analyze financial data, queries, and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people.
  
  

Job Duties And Responsibilities

This level manages state accountant work ensuring accurate, efficient, and compliant fiscal operations in one or more fiscal oversight function(s) at the State level. This level is distinguished from previous levels by managing the following: reconciliation and approval of statewide financial transactions, records, and reports; establishment and maintenance of internal controls, policies, procedures, and programs; or development, maintenance and enhancement of automated

financial information systems and training.

• Receives general direction and guidance from a technical or administrative supervisor in terms of broad goals and objectives; employee establishes the methods for achieving goals and objectives and manages daily operations.
• Manages one or more fiscal oversight function(s) at the State level by developing, implementing, supervising, evaluating, and overseeing daily state accountant work and ensuring goals and objectives are met.
• Has authority to make decisions in assigned fiscal oversight function(s) that impact operations; work is performed independently with only the most complex matters requiring review and approval by administration.
• Supervises two or more merit full time positions, at least one of which must be in this State Accountant series. The elements of supervision include performing the following on a regular and continuing basis: planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, disciplining, and recommending hire, termination, and promotion.
• Oversees data and research such as cash flow or other financial analyses and projections, quality assurance reviews, impact analysis, or business needs analysis to develop and plan functional and technical requirements.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic initiatives, policies, procedures, internal controls, and statewide financial reports.
• Develops and maintains procedures, forms, training, or other communications; provides education and training to agencies and others to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Analyzes new or revised state and federal laws, rules, and regulations and assesses impacts on assigned area.
• Communicates effectively with state agencies, organizations, vendors, or others to make decisions on complex challenges, provide policy direction, and ensure all business needs and objectives are met.
  
  

HOURS OF OPERATION: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday (excluding federal holidays).

PRIMARY PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: This position is a statewide opportunity within Delaware. Candidates from any part of the state are encouraged to apply

Clearance Level Required: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing any required background checks, in accordance with applicable law.

Jamison Corporate Overview

Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (Jamison) is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in providing professional management, administrative, healthcare, court reporters and transcriptionist experts, and document/ record and telehealth operational support solutions to U.S. Government, State, and commercial clients. Jamison is a nationwide professional staff augmentation company, that helps commercial clients and government agencies expand their talent acquisition reach by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to be successful.

Jamison offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial and government sectors. We seek employees who share our values of service excellence, integrity, and professionalism.

Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment and/or discrimination. In addition, Jamison adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business.

Jamison’s commitment to equal opportunity is applied through every aspect of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, termination, and all other matters of employment.

Applicants may be required to successfully complete an online assessment to determine qualifications for positions requiring specific skills.

All applications must be submitted through our application system at: https://www.jps-online.com/apply-now