Assistant Section Manager (ASSISTANT STATE COMPTROLLER II) (Revenue Administration Division)

MD; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Comptroller of Maryland is seeking an Assistant Section Manager in the Returns Processing Section, located in Annapolis, Maryland. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume setting.

The position oversees Data Capture and Scanning, Document Control, and Error Correction units, while preparing to assume duties of the Section Manager when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Five years of professional experience in auditing, accounting, tax law practice, or general management.
• Three years of supervisory experience among those years.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision and daily operations of Data Capture and Scanning, Document Control, and Error Correction Units.
• Learn and perform duties of the Section Manager when absent, handling multiple tax types in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

COM Systems

GPE tax system

MeF

ServiceNow

Job description

Introduction

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT TEMPORARY, CONTRACTUAL AND PERMANENT EMPLOYEES OF THE COMPTROLLER OF MARYLAND

Grade

STD0020

Location of Position

Annapolis, Maryland

Position Duties

The Revenue Administration Division is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to serve as an Assistant Section Manager in the Returns Processing Section. This is a dynamic, fast‑paced, high‑volume position that requires someone with good attention to detail, and an ability to handle many high‑level tasks while managing deadlines. We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills, is able to adapt to change, and able to motivate people to achieve a high level of accurate and efficient production.

This position is responsible for the direct supervision and daily operations of the Data Capture and Scanning Unit, Document Control Unit, and Error Correction Unit. The Assistant Section Manager is responsible for learning the duties of the Section Manager and effectively performing those duties in the absence of the Section Manager. This responsibility encompasses the processing of multiple tax types in a fast‑paced and constantly evolving work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four year college or university.
• Experience: Five years of professional experience in auditing, accounting, the practice of tax law, or general management. Three years of this experience must have involved supervising professional accountants or auditors; giving legal advice requiring the interpretation of tax laws in the capacity of a tax attorney; or must have been in a responsible administrative or management capacity sufficient to demonstrate capabilities of performing responsible staff work.
• Notes: Candidates may substitute an additional four years of experience for the required education. For education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course‑by‑course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal tax forms, laws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge and experience working in COM Systems, including GPE tax system, BobJ/Data Warehouse, MeF and Service Now.
• Proficient working in MS Suite of Application, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience leading training (one-on‑one and group settings)
• Experience with handling large volumes of work and prioritizing
• Excellent communication skills.

Selection Process

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position‑specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Due to the time and resources involved, the Comptroller of Maryland cannot sponsor visa applications. Upon appointment (new hires and/or transfers) must successfully undergo fingerprinting. Disqualifying charges may include any felony; any crime of moral turpitude, e.g. embezzlement, fraud, tax evasion or bribery; any crime of identity theft or impersonation; any crime of assault or battery; and any crime relating to the use or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance other than marijuana, regardless of the age of the offense or the specifications of the position.

Due to the nature of the agency's business, candidates must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

If you need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADA), 2008, please contact the ADA Coordinator via [e-mail] or by calling 667-262-2777.