FISCAL SERVICES OFFICER II (Chief Financial Officer) - #25-004535-0002

The State of Maryland; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A state healthcare agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Fiscal Coordinator to oversee financial activities in compliance with departmental and state policies. Responsibilities include managing budgets, ensuring fiscal compliance, and supervising staff for service provision to a specialized inpatient population. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have significant experience in accounting and fiscal services. Strong communication skills are essential for collaboration across departments.

Benefits

State of Maryland benefits

Accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent with auditing courses.
• Three years of experience in accounting or fiscal activities.
• Experience with budgeting or auditing can substitute required experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate fiscal activities in accordance with policies.
• Manage operating budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Supervise staff and oversee procurement activities.

Skills

Accounting principles

Budget management

Fiscal reporting

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

State of Maryland accounting systems

Job description

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Eastern Shore Hospital Center, Cambridge, MD

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The main purpose of this position is to plan and coordinate all fiscal activities for the Eastern Shore Hospital Center in accordance with policies and procedures for fiscal services to meet departmental, State, and other funding sources laws and requirements. This includes formulation of operating budgets, monitoring of expenditures, manage patient fund accounts, development of quarterly projections, managing year end close out, developing and implementing fiscal policies, ensuring compliance with departmental and State fiscal policies and procedures, overseeing procurement activities and supervising staff. A key role of this position is to manage the financial resources in a manner that facilitates the provision of services to a mentally ill, primarily forensic inpatient population of approximately 84 patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credit hours in accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by 3 credit hours in auditing.

Experience: Three years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

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 referenced above.
2. Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
3. Applicants may substitute one year of professional budgeting experience or one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Administration classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Financial field on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with State of Maryland accounting systems
• Experience with managing a fiscal department
• Experience communicating effectively with internal departments and external agencies

SELECTION PROCESS

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. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 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 [e-mail]. 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.