Washington County Public Schools
Supervisor of Accounting
Center for Education Services, Hagerstown, MD
Category 07 on the A&S Salary Scale, 12-month work year
Salary Range: $91,788 - $146,736
Role Overview
Indirectly supervises the daily functions of accounts payable, fixed assets, payroll, and billing. Oversees all accounting and financial reporting systems in accordance with Maryland State Department of Education requirements and generally accepted accounting principles.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant, Certified Government Financial Manager, or similar certification.
- Five years prior accounting management experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of staffing, including the ability to supervise and direct effectively.
- Strong computer skills, Microsoft Excel in particular.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Must have regular and predictable attendance.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Previous experience in a public school system or other governmental environment.
Role Responsibilities
- Indirectly supervises accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, billing and receipts, grant reporting, general ledger, and financial reporting, with assistance from accountants.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for main central office accounts.
- Approve non-purchase order payment requests and contract maintenance.
- Serve as primary contact for auditors from the Maryland (MD) State Department of Education, independent accounting firms, Department of Legislative Services, and others.
- Prepare Management's Discussion and Analysis and take responsibility for the accuracy of financial statements.
- Perform analysis needed for annual financial statements regarding leases, SBITAs, pension, OPEB, and other items as needed.
- Collaborate with and review the work of contracted independent auditor of school financial records, including distribution of reports.
- Maintain capital project fund transactions as well as billings to the State of MD.
- Maintain self-insurance fund financial records and assist with the development of rates, required IRS filings, and other analyses.
- File refund claims for MD fuel tax.
- Maintain payroll control sheet and coordinate all required federal and state filings, pension audits, pension contributions and fees, and rate updates.
- Perform numerous detailed functions directly related to general responsibilities.
- Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor to all WCPS stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
02/21/25
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Assistant Controller
The Assistant Controller provides operational and programmatic support to the Division of Business Management Services (BMS) while managing the operations of the Accounting and Financial Reporting (AFR) Office: to include overseeing the general fund, accounting standards and practices, along with the annual financial audit. The Assistant Controller ensures timely and accurate financial statements and annual audits; interprets and follows guidelines prescribed by the School Board, local, state and federal authorities as relates to accounting and financial reporting. The Assistant Controller also provides direct supervision of capital programs, self-insurance, student activity funds, grant finance and Medicaid recovery, ensuring that guidelines prescribed by the School Board, local, state and federal authorities are adhered to. This is an ASASP Unit III position, 12 months - Pay Table 900 - Grade 32 - Salary Range: $90,881 - $182,917
CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2025
Detailed Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Account Reconciliation- approves reconciliations for functional areas (General Fund, capital assets, self-insurance, charter schools, special revenue funds, grant and internal service funds, special project funds) prepared by accountants;
- Journal Entry Approval- reviews journal entries prior to posting, for the functional areas noted above; enters data on the batch in a Journal Entry (JE) Control workbook. A notation is made as to whether the JE is a budget or encumbrance entry is made in the workbook;
- Monthly Closing- responsible for coordination of the monthly closing for Oracle general ledger and subsidiary ledgers; works closely with Information Technology to resolve any problems related to monthly closings;
- Research and Guidance- interprets authoritative statements of accounting bodies, governmental organizations and other institutions having conducted research on such issues. Guidelines may be drafted based on such statements for management and school board use;
- Financial Statement Preparation- compiles and prepares periodic financial statements and other reports which summarize financial position and results of operation. Also responsible for distribution of monthly financial statements, reports and schedules to responsible parties;
- School Activity Funds- ensures collection and disbursement school activity funds (SAF) used to finance a program of student activities, augmenting but not replacing those provided by PGCPS, are properly accounted for, controlled and reported;
- Audits- liaises with internal and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate audits; supervises and assists with audits of the Schools System, whether financial, operational or programmatic. Has particular interest in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), the Single (A-133) Audit; Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) audits; and the related the consolidated Annual Financial Report (AFR) required by the State;
- Procedures Manual -responsible for the maintenance and annual updating of the Accounting Procedures Manual and any other Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) related to accounting and financial reporting;
- Other Approvals - approves leave; checks the work of the Business Operations timekeeper as relates to the employees in the AFR Office. Approves timesheet entry to Oracle on a biweekly basis; signs Disbursement Authority and Oracle User Setup forms; and other approval documents as needed;
- Meetings - schedules and presides over weekly staff meetings of the office and also attends other meetings requiring accounting participation;
- Employee Evaluations - prepares annual evaluations of staff; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Considerable knowledge of major public school system reform trends across the country, including governmental budgeting methods;
- Extensive knowledge of the operation of a large, complex accounting system;
- Ability to review, examine, analyze and interpret complex accounting documents and records;
- Knowledge of methods and techniques for fact-finding, analysis and resolution of accounting, contract and related issues, and the ability to develop concrete action plans for resolution;
- Thorough and proven experience with computerized Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and accounting systems;
- Ability to develop, implement and maintain a highly complex reporting system;
- Mental alertness, good judgment, accuracy and integrity;
- Exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple complex projects while communicating status and progress;
- Ability to effectively present and communicate through a variety of forums, including presentations, community forums and internal meetings;
- Collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships both inside and outside the school system;
- Team player who is committed to lifelong learning while exhibiting exception leadership, management and oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to effectively supervise staff, including regular performance reviews and improvement plans; and
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio and Word.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major work in governmental or public school administration, business administration, public administration, or accounting required; Master's preferred; along with seven (7) years of governmental or public school administrative or budgetary experience. Considerable experience in progressively responsible administrative work, including supervisory or public accounting experience; some experience or familiarity with large scale computerized accounting systems; or any equivalent combinations of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Certification Requirements
CPA preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Oversees and provides guidance and direction to department staff members.
Physical Demands
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
Working Environment
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Additional Details
Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.
How To Apply
To submit an application click here to apply online, IRC244241.
Please provide three (3) current professional references on resume. Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration. If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact the HR Employee Services Center at 301-780-2191.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.
2/13/25
Frederick County Government
GRANTS MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
Salary $98,312 - $157,299 Annually
Work Location Winchester Hall - Frederick, MD
Job Type Full-time Regular
Job Number FY25-00577
Department Grants Management
Date Opened 1/27/2025
Closing Date Continuous
JOB INFORMATION
Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; full-benefits
This professional managerial position is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Grants Management Department within the Finance Division. This position will be responsible for planning and coordinating grant opportunities and awards with County divisions and departments. Responsibilities include developing, recommending, and implementing policies and procedures related to grants management, as well as leading cross-divisional grant awards. This position will also work with County departments in applying and overseeing the County's Congressionally Directed Spending Requests (Earmarks) and State Capital Grants. Supervision is given to professional and support staff. Supervision is received from the Deputy Director of Finance.
NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage all grants received and awarded by the County; maintain a centralized tracking database and report activity to all stakeholders
- Oversee and act as lead in developing grant policy in collaboration with other departments; serve as grant advisor to the Division Director of Finance keeping track of grant rules and regulations
- Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures related to grant management as needed recommended changes in policy and standards to Director and Deputy Director of Finance
- Lead, supervise, and manage countywide grants policies and procedures to maximize the efficiency of all grants received and awarded by the County, while ensuring public transparency and ethical practice in grants management
- Research and follow-up/apply for opportunities for outside funding from the Federal Government, State Government, and private sector for programs and initiatives throughout County government
- Identify potential grant funding sources for County projects and ensure the scope of the project is eligible to meet the requirements of the potential funding
- Review all grant related staff reports including grant applications, awards, and various agreements to identify and understand requirements, completeness and to access the risk associated with the grant funding.
- Manage and oversee the County’s Congressionally Directed Spending Requests (Earmarks) and State Capital Grants
- Manage day to day operations of Grants Management Department which includes preparing and managing the departmental budget
- Ensure compliance with the Federal Uniform Guidance (2CFR200) for all federally funded awards
- Remain current on federal, state and local grant management policies and regulations
- Build the capacity of the County to manage federal and state grant awards through technical assistance, training, and compliance monitoring to County divisions and subrecipients
- Prepare various financial reports as required by Federal, State and local laws and regulations
- Provide technical direction, centralized oversight and guidance to County departments submitting grant applications to outside agencies to ensure proper review, approvals, and documentation that meets County standards
- Supervise, hire, train, discipline and evaluate assigned staff
- Engage in community outreach to obtain information on grants
- Engage in community outreach to obtain information on grants; represent the Grants Management Department by serving on internal and external boards, committees, or commissions as required
- Serve as a main point of contact for members of the nonprofit community
- Perform other duties as assigned
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Public Administration, Management, or a related field
- Minimum 7 years progressively responsible financial work experience that must include the following (experience items may be concurrent):
- Minimum 5 years work experience in grant management
- Minimum 2 years work experience supervising or directing the work of others
- Work experience utilizing automated financial system
- Intermediate skill in the use of MS Office Suite
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, laws, and regulations associated with grants
- Strong mathematical and clerical skills including the ability to accurately compile and verify data, and to prepare and maintain files, records, forms, spreadsheets, etc.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain a database of all grant associated files and correspondence
- Ability to understand budget concepts, familiarity with basic financial reporting
- Ability to prioritize work and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
- Discretion and good judgment in dealing with financial matters and other confidential/sensitive information
- Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to write reports, memos, policies, and procedures, etc. that are clear, concise, accurate and complete, using proper grammar and format
- Strong and effective spoken and written communication skills, including the ability to record information accurately and prepare technical reports
- Skilled in research and analyses
- Ability to effectively supervise and direct the work of others
- Ability to effectively organize work, determine priorities (and reassess as needed), establish and monitor timelines, manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
- Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment to complete assigned duties
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, professional peers, departmental administrator, managers, senior staff, representatives of non-profits, volunteer personnel and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
- Possession of current Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) by the National Grants Management Association (NGMA)
- Possession of current Certified Government Financial Manager(CGFM) by the Association of Government Accountants
- Possession of Grants Management Certificate Program credentials
- Experience working in a local government setting
- Experience utilizing the Infor Financial System
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit.
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Ability to provide own transportation as needed for meetings and other commitments
- Available for varied working hours and workdays as needed
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
02/06/25
Montgomery County Government
Management and Budget Specialist III, Grade N25
Montgomery County Government
Department of Recreation
Rockville, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $81,122.00 - $130,181.00
Montgomery County Recreation is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with a mission to provide high quality, diverse, and accessible community-based programs, activities, and services that serve the recreation and leisure needs of the Montgomery County community. The department manages 39 facilities including recreation centers, senior centers, and indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities and provides thousands of programs such as out-of-school activities, aquatics, classes, youth and adult sports programs and leagues, senior programs, and therapeutic recreation.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Management and Budget Specialist III to take the lead in developing and managing the Department’s operating and capital improvement project budgets. This individual will play a key role in driving budget planning, implementation, and monitoring to ensure the success and financial health of the Department’s initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and be able to communicate effectively both written and orally with high level executives and in public forums.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
As the Management and Budget Specialist III, you will:
• Serve as the primary contact for all budget-related matters: Act as the official point of contact for budgetary inquiries, directing, managing and ensuring timely responses to correspondence regarding financial data distribution within the department.
• Enter Operating Budgets: Input all budgetary data for the Recreation Department, ensuring accuracy and proper balance each fiscal year.
• Identify and Correct Invalid Department-Fund Combinations: Review transactions and balances to ensure valid department-fund combinations and initiate necessary corrections.
• Lead the Departmental Budget Process: Guide the planning, development, and maintenance of both Operating and Capital budgets. Prepare and support the implementation of the department’s annual budget cycle.
• Provide Budgetary Oversight: Monitor departmental spending, perform quarterly financial analysis, and create monthly budgetary reports for internal teams. Offer recommendations for improving financial and budgetary controls based on evaluations.
• Build and Maintain Working Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with the County’s Office of Management and Budget, internal teams, and other agency representatives to ensure collaboration and seamless communication.
• Purchase Card Program Liaison: Oversee the Department’s purchase card program, including training staff and conducting utilization reviews to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Present Budget to High-Level Executives and in Public Forums: Prepare and present budgetary reports and financial analyses to senior executives, the County’s Office of Management and Budget, and other stakeholders in public settings, ensuring transparency and clarity in communication.
To be a successful Management and Budget Specialist, you must:
• Strong knowledge of budgetary processes, financial regulations, and governmental accounting principles.
• Exhibit a deep, comprehensive understanding of financial management techniques and principles, with the proven ability to apply them effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Bring extensive experience in public budgeting and/or financial management, with a strong track record of successfully managing complex budgets and financial operations in a governmental or public sector setting.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information effectively to senior executives and in public forums.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in budget software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills, demonstrating the ability to collaborate with diverse teams, present financial data with clarity, and build lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
• Be highly resourceful, adaptable, and adept at managing multiple competing priorities, consistently delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines.
• Be a confident and effective leader, with the ability to train, guide, and inspire teams while also comfortably leading presentations and facilitating discussions with senior executives and in public forums.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience reviewing, analyzing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets, including analysis of and reporting on management and programmatic issues having budgetary implications.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
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City of Baltimore
FISCAL LEGISLATIVE & BUDGET ANALYST
Baltimore City Council, President’s Office
The Baltimore City Council is seeking a qualified and ambitious candidate to help build the council’s capacity for independent budget and fiscal policy analysis and oversight. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the reform and professionalization of Baltimore’s legislative body. The ideal candidate should have strong project management and communication skills and be able to perform professional level activities related to budget research and fiscal analysis related to the City’s budget and finances, administrative agency operations, fiscal impact statements, and pending legislative proposals.
Title: Fiscal Legislative and Budget Analyst
Closing Date: Continuous until filled
Work Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm some evenings, dependent on hearing schedule; in person Mon-Th
Reports to: Director of Finance and Budget
Salary: $79,507.00 - $127,043.00
All work is executed in accordance with the City Council President’s Office’s mission, vision and values.
Mission Statement: To ensure Baltimore City government offers a best-in-class resident experience that centers equity when engaging with residents and communities, allocating budget dollars, conducting oversight of city agencies and enacting legislation.
Our Vision: We will innovate, advocate and deliver results across City government and neighborhoods so that residents, business owners and visitors champion Baltimore as the best place to visit, live, work and play.
Values:
Results: We are constantly driving toward ‘best-in-class’ when it comes to city services.
Innovation: Don’t settle for the status quo: transformational results require creative problem solving.
Community Centered: Our people make Baltimore great and those residents should inform every decision.
Joy: There is so much to celebrate about our city: we get to share those stories with each other and the world.
This is a fast-paced, all-hands-on-deck work environment with a wide diversity of projects occurring simultaneously. This position requires a candidate to be on site for all Council hearings and meetings related to their work.
I. Job Description
The Fiscal Legislative and Budget Analyst (FLBA) for the Baltimore City Council is in the Office of the Council President and is a member of Budget and Finance team. This is a mid-level position that reports directly to the Director of Finance and Budget. The FLBA is expected to conduct financial and budgetary oversight of City finances in coordination with the City Council and its Committees. The FLBA performs complex financial and policy analysis of legislation introduced before the City Council and at the direction of the Director of Finance and Budget. Furthermore, the FLBA:
- Conducts complex financial and policy analysis of legislation, the annual City budgets, agency operations, and items in front of the Board of Estimates, and provides recommendations based upon that analysis.
- Manages and executes fiscal and budget projects, oversight, and investigations as requested by the City Council Director of Finance and Budget.
- Authors reports, studies, and memos on City budgets, fiscal policies and procedures, revenue and expenditure estimates, appropriations to City agencies, legislation, and oversight investigations.
- Authors reports on the fiscal relationship of the City government with State, Federal, County and other governments and organizations.
- Collaborates with and trains Council members and staff to build fiscal and budgetary capacity
within the Council for an effective budget process and the delivery of compelling questioning and
commentary during Council and Committee hearings. - Builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to effectively deliver on the position’s responsibilities.
- Applies analytics (statistics and operations research) to government data to describe, predict, and improve government performance.
- Collaborate with City Council President’s team to provide fiscal and budgetary expertise as needed.
- When needed, supports and manages Board of Estimate processes, functions, and relationships in service of the City Council President’s role on the Board of Estimates and other engagement with the Comptroller’s office.
- Attends relevant conferences and consults industry publications to learn about and implement best practices associated with public budgeting and public finance.
II. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the best practices of public budgeting and public finance.
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of budgetary and fiscal analysis including research and statistical analysis and their application to budgetary and fiscal problems.
- Demonstrated track record of effective collection, organization, interpretation and presentation of fiscal, budgetary, and operational data.
- Expertise in the analysis and evaluation, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, of the effectiveness of programs in meeting established goals and objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply a variety of laws, rules, regulations, standards and procedures to budgetary, fiscal, and oversight matters.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and present reports and/or recommendations clearly and concisely.
- Knowledge of the background, issues, and current trends in municipal government finance and other related urban studies (preferred, not required).
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, departmental personnel and personnel of other governmental agencies and institutions.
- Deliver complex analysis in clear language for wide public consumption.
- Communicates proactively and effectively to keep team members apprised of financial, budgetary, and oversight activity and results.
- Self motivated and entrepreneurial in the delivery of work product.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to authorize the release of and successfully complete a criminal conviction check
The City of Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Financial Disclosure: This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.
01/09/25
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