Head of General Accounting & Internal Controls

MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Health is seeking a Chief of General Accounting in Baltimore to oversee the department's accounting operations, ensure accurate data processing, and maintain strong internal controls. The role reports to the Fiscal Services Administration and drives compliance with state codes and departmental policies.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, five years in accounting with at least three years in supervision, and experience in policy development, month-end

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience working in an accounting/financial unit.
• Three years of supervisory experience in an accounting/financial environment.
• Experience training fiscal/accounting staff.
• Experience developing policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead General Accounting to ensure accurate processing and recording of accounting data.
• Ensure compliance with Annotated Code of Maryland, COMAR, and policy/procedures of the MD Department of Health.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard state assets and confidential information.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Accounting

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Maryland Department of Health is seeking a Chief of General Accounting in Baltimore to oversee the department's accounting operations, ensure accurate data processing, and maintain strong internal controls. The role reports to the Fiscal Services Administration and drives compliance with state codes and departmental policies.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, five years in accounting with at least three years in supervision, and experience in policy development, month-end