What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR **REPOST position at State of Maryland - MDH Behavioral Health Admin - Program Direction?
Introduction
RECRUITMENT REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.
GRADE
23
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH Behavioral Health Administration 55 Wade Avenue Catonsville MD 21228
Main Purpose of Job
The position functions as a Finance and Fiscal Management Assistant for the Behavioral Health Administration covering a budget of approximately $750 million. As the Finance and Fiscal Assistant Manager, the position is responsible for establishing and maintaining financial and management systems including budget, accounting, finance/budgetary projections, auditing, expenditure control. The position develops and implements financial goals, policies, procedures and objectives. The position also coordinates grant applications and awards. The Behavioral Health Administration’s mission is to develop an integrated process for planning, policy and services to ensure a coordinated quality system of care is available to individuals with behavioral health conditions. The BHA through publicly funded services and support, promotes recovery, resiliency, health and wellness for individuals who have or are at risk for emotional, substance related, addictive, and/or psychiatric disorders to improve their ability to function effectively in their communities. In order to foster integration across the spectrum of care, the Administration is managed under the Deputy Secretary of Behavioral Health within four primary divisions, which are Clinical Services, Urgent and Acute Care, Division of Operations, Policy and Planning, Compliance, and Service Access Practice Innovation, and Systems Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, auditing or comparable fiscal concentration from an accredited college or university. Experience: Five years of experience performing general accounting, budgeting, grants management or financial and compliance audits is required. At least three yeas of the required experience must have involved the supervision of accountants or fiscal staff. Notes: 1. Applicants who had met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement.� 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor or a Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in a fiscal related field for the experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should possess: Budget management and projection experience with variance analysis MS Excel and focus reports experience Experience with analysis of monthly reports and revenue Experience articulating budget information to program managers and coworkers The desired candidate should also possess the ability to multitask with multiple priorities due at the same time.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application. Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).� Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Candidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.� Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
Salary : $104,519 - $133,739