The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission
Deputy Executive Director - ERS
The Deputy Executive Director, reporting to the Executive Director, of the Employees’ Retirement System, works cooperatively with the ERS’ management team and serves as second-in-command to the Executive Director. The Deputy Executive Director assists in planning, developing, and evaluating goals, programs, policies, and procedures, acts as an intermediary for the Executive Director in highly sensitive and critical matters and is responsible for implementation and coordination of the day-to-day functions and operations of the Employees’ Retirement System (“System”). Recommends and implements Board policies and procedures, which are required by the Board to discharge its statutory and regulatory responsibilities.
- Knowledge of the domestic and international financial markets and economics.
- Knowledge of applicable legislative and regulatory processes.
- Knowledge of local employee benefits law and regulations.
- Knowledge of procedural rules, regulations and guidelines guiding the operations of a pension system.
- Knowledge of management principles including the ability to hire, motivate, develop, and delegate to senior staff.
- Knowledge of accounting, investments, actuarial services, and legal compliance requirements.
- Must be highly organized and have ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and multi-task on numerous complex simultaneous projects while meeting time sensitive deadlines.
- Must possess experience needed to understand the functions and interrelationships of master custodian(s),investment consultants, actuaries, auditor(s), legal counsel(s), and the investment managers.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
- The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership, analytical and problem solving skills, financial management,investment, and strategic planning skills along with a collaborative management style.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, public administration or a related field.
Experience: At least five years (5) progressively responsible pension experience and proven ability to successfully manage a pension fund or similar operation.
How To Apply
To submit an application click here to apply online.
JOB# 00003
7.15.24
The City of Annapolis, Maryland
Finance Director
The City of Annapolis, Maryland, a small yet diverse and complex municipality is searching for an individual to lead its Finance Department of 22 full time staff. Functions within the department include billings and collections, accounting and financial reporting, debt management, banking and investments, budget, risk management, payroll, and accounts payable. Applicants should have experience in management of complex financial operations and the supervision of multiple financial functions which includes the ability to both run a complex organization and have their hands on the details. Government financial management experience is preferred but not required.
Plans, organizes, directs and participates in all City financial activities including budgets, payroll, pension, revenues, disbursements, information technology, etc.;
Plans, organizes and reviews the work of subordinates, establishes objectives, motivates, and provides feedback;
Prepares the City's operating and capital budgets, including instructions, coordination of Council and public review, prepares revenue and expenditure estimates, prints and distributes all documents;
Supervises preparation of accounting statements Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and distribution to Council and the Public;
Reviews proposed legislation, supervises preparation of fiscal notes on each;
Supervises, reviews ,and implements changes brought about by internal audit procedures;
Directs the operation of the City's Management Information Technology (MIT) function;
Oversees and coordinates the sale of bonds to finance capital project activities;
Supervises and directs Risk Management and associated Self- Insurance Fund activities;
Coordinates, directs, reviews and maintains records of the Police & Fire Pension System, including investments;
Supervises, directs and coordinates grant administration of all grant revenue received or disbursed by City;
Directs and reviews internal audits of departments and units handling cash and maintaining subsidiary accounting records;
Directs and prepares analysis to answer questions from Mayor and Council and Citizens;
Coordinates with other governments such as the County and the State on issues crossing jurisdictional boundaries;
Directs the planning, organization and maintenance of central accounting systems, including pre-audit, posting of expenditures, accounting controls, revenue administration,
investment programs and other related activities;
Supervises preparation of accounting statements on City financial affairs to administrative officials and the general public and directs preparation of revenue, expenditure, debt, cost and other statements;
Proposes and reviews proposed ordinances and resolutions relating to expenditures,
revenues, tax levies and other fiscal problems;
Plans for, directs and reviews the result of internal audits;
Consults with and advises administrative officials on the financial conditions of the City;
Directs receipt, deposit and investment of City monies, together with records thereof;
Plans continuous internal audits of departments and units handling cash and maintaining
subsidiary accounting records;
Sells bonds and notes for funding capital projects.
How To Apply
To submit an application click here to apply online.
Job Closes: Open until filled
8.13.24
Howard County Government
County Auditor
The County Auditor is an officer of the Legislative Branch, appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the County Council. The role of the County Auditor is to monitor over the affairs of the Executive Branch, ensuring public funds are spent in accordance with budgets adopted by the County Council and other provisions of the County Charter and County Code.
This is highly advanced professional and administrative work conducting a comprehensive audit program for the County as an actively registered licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland. The duties of the County Auditor include, but are not limited to, providing the County Council and County Executive with the County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and conducting performance audits in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards to evaluate internal controls, compliance with laws and regulations, and effectiveness and efficiencies of County programs and operations.
- Directs County Auditor staff and executes supervisory duties and responsibilities in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and County policies and procedures.
- Oversees and implements all personnel-related matters, including recruitment and retention, coaching and performance management, training and professional development, complaint resolution, and disciplinary action.
- Appoints the Deputy County Auditor(s) with the approval of the County Council.
- Receives any report, study, publication, or other document that is distributed to or submitted to the County Council.
- Performs other related duties as enacted by the County Council via County Charter amendments and legislation.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 10 years related experience.
- Licenses or Certifications: Certified Public Accountant with an active license in the State of Maryland, as noted in the minimum requirements.
How To Apply
TO APPLY:
You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history.
No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/)
Job Closes: Open until filled
10.3.24
Calvert County Department of Finance & Budget
Accounting Deputy Director
Serves as the Deputy Director for the Accounting function of the Department of Finance and Budget. Performs
technical accounting work in directing the accounting and financial reporting activities of the County. Work involves
overseeing professional accounting work, preparation and analysis of financial statement data, ensuring compliance
with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), General Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and
continuing disclosure requirements. The work requires extensive training and experience in financial accounting;
the position reports to the Director of Finance and Budget.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Five years of high level accounting experience preferably in governmental accounting which must include two years of considerable experience managing staff, daily operations, customer service and policy development and implementation.
- Licenses or Certifications: None
Job Closes: Open until filled
9.6.24
Arlington County Treasurer's Office
Deputy Treasurer for Investments & Accounting
The Arlington County Treasurer's Office is seeking an experienced Deputy Treasurer to provide leadership, knowledge, training and supervision for the Accounting and Treasury Management Division. This position will ensure the Division carries out its mission to receive, safeguard, and disburse County funds and meets its goals for accurately projecting cash flow requirements consistent with the principles of Safety, Liquidity and Yield (SLY) and in compliance with applicable State Code and Investment Policy requirements. The position serves as the Treasurer’s investment officer and public funds custodian.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Public/Business Administration, Accounting or closely related field; and Significant and progressively responsible experience in treasury management, accounting, and auditing which must include experience in investment/portfolio management, contract issues, banking relationships, application of GAAP and internal control principles.
- Licenses or Certifications: None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
Cover Letter: To complete your application, a cover letter will be required. Please provide a cover letter as an attachment to your application or use the space provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire to type one. Be sure to highlight your education, skills, experience, and accomplishments that qualify you for the position and please describe the organization(s) where you have worked including accounting, banking and finance; the range of services and functions you managed; the types of teams you led; and to whom you reported as well as:
- Your experience in cash flow forecasting and any oversight of investment portfolios for efficient management of cash flows.
- Your leadership experience developing and managing personnel.
- Any significant accomplishments.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply online go to https://careers.arlingtonva.us/, click on Explore Careers, then click Apply Now, enter TREASURER’S OFFICE, DEPUTY FOR INVESTMENTS AND ACCOUNTING in the job title search field. The link to the employment application (APPLY NOW) is found on each job announcement. Once completed, your application information remains in the system for you to review, edit and submit for future Arlington job openings.
Job Closes: Open until filled
9.18.24
Montgomery County, MD Government
Accountant/Audit Supervisor
The Department of Finance is recruiting for an Accountant/Audit Supervisor, Grade 26, in the Division of the Controller. The department is hiring an Accountant/Auditor Supervisor (General Accounting Supervisor) who is responsible for the units that account for the County’s Funds (examples provided in parentheses), including: General, Capital Projects, Debt Service, Special Revenue (Fire, Mass Transit), Enterprise (Solid Waste, Parking), Internal Service (Health Benefits, Risk Management), Trust (retirement plans and OPEB), and Custodial Funds. Accounting Supervisor positions may also supervise fixed asset and longterm debt accounting, bank reconciliation program, or financial reporting for the County’s financial statements and act as liaison with County Component Unit agencies and selected other departments and funds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting; or a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field with a major of accounting coursework.
Considerable (i.e., five (5) years) professional experience in a financial accounting, auditing or business administration field at the full performance level or 2 (two) years of experience performing work as a senior-level accountant and/or auditor.
HOW TO APPLY
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com,
click on “Search Jobs and Apply” and enter Accountant/Audit Supervisor in the search field. Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
The job number for this opportunity is 2024-00229
Job Closes: October 11, 2024
10.3.24
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