Remote GAAP Technical Services Lead — Policy & Standards

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Office of the Budget, Bureau of Accounting and Financial Management, seeks a GAAP Technical Services Manager to shape financial reporting across the Commonwealth. You will oversee accounting policy development and guide technical analyses to ensure GAAP and GASB compliance.

You will lead the GTSU, provide guidance on complex accounting issues, and support the CAFR process to meet GFOA standards, with telework options and standard hours noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• One year as an Administrative Officer 3 or equivalent.
• Six years of progressively responsible office management experience including budgeting or procurement; with college training.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Policy Development: Shape accounting policies that align with GAAP and statewide practices.
• Team Leadership: Guide the technical services unit in managing reporting standards.
• Technical Guidance: Provide direction on complex accounting issues and disclosures.
• Standards Interpretation: Review and interpret GASB pronouncements and other regulatory requirements.
• Report Support: Assist with the Commonwealth Audited CAFR to ensure compliance with GFOA standards.

Skills

Policy development

Team leadership

Technical guidance

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Office of the Budget, Bureau of Accounting and Financial Management, seeks a GAAP Technical Services Manager to shape financial reporting across the Commonwealth. You will oversee accounting policy development and guide technical analyses to ensure GAAP and GASB compliance.

You will lead the GTSU, provide guidance on complex accounting issues, and support the CAFR process to meet GFOA standards, with telework options and standard hours noted in the posting.