Director
Office of Financial Services
Georgia Department of Human Resources

Job Description

The Georgia Department of Human Resources (DHR), is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Director-Office of Financial Services.

This position reports directly to the Deputy Commissioner, Chief Financial Officer. The incumbent will direct state-level departmental complex accounting and payroll functions, contracts management and managing Federal funding sources. Responsibilities will include directing and managing accounting managers, a large number of professional accounting/payroll staff and a medium-to-large number of technical and clerical/secretarial subordinates.

The incumbent will direct the recording, maintenance, reporting and control of agency revenues and expenditures. Additionally, the role will include establishing/implementing departmental accounting policies and procedures in accordance with statutory and professionally accepted standards. Responsibilities include providing accounting expertise in departmental strategic planning and program design processes, interaction with agency administrators and staff, professional accountants, auditors, vendors, state accounting office and financial institution officials on accounting and fiscal related matters. Monitors and evaluates accounting trends and innovations and implements improvements in the department's accounting practices.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• 10 years executive experience in financial management at a large government or private sector entity
• Advanced degree and/or recognized independent certification in fields such as Accounting, Financial & Grants Management, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration or Information Systems
• Demonstrated ability and experience in accounting, budget execution, financial and management analysis, managing Federal funding and systems development
• In-depth knowledge of complex budgets; cost allocation; large automated financial systems; payroll; and reporting concepts and principles; performance measurement; internal management control and accountability processes; and experience with governmental budgeting is desirable

• Leading Change
o Demonstrated ability to develop and implement an organizational vision
• Leading People
o Demonstrated ability to achieve organizational objectives by creatively managing and motivating staff
o Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and effectively communicate
• Results Driven Leadership
o Demonstrated knowledge and ability in planning, prioritizing, and coordinating large, complex programs
o Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and thinking
• Business Acumen
o Demonstrated ability to utilize human, financial, material, and information resources in a manner that instills public trust and accomplishes the organization’s mission, and to take advantage of new technologies to enhance the effectiveness of decision making

Benefits

In addition to a competitive starting salary between $95,000-$110,000 (based on experience), we offer a generous benefits package that includes employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Area Information

This position is located at 2 Peachtree Street in downtown Atlanta, Georgia.

A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the world’s great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here you’ll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.

We're located across from Underground Atlanta. Parking is nearby as well as direct access to MARTA's rail and bus system.

Come to Georgia's capital city and experience first-hand our historic charm and hospitality.

Applying for this job

Please email a cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: stateoffice@dhrjobs.com

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, please type the following title in the subject line of your email: Director-OFS

Candidates for this position may be subject to employment drug testing and criminal background check.

The Georgia Department of Human Resources provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DHR, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department

DHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Jimmy Carter attended Georgia Southwestern State University and Georgia Tech before graduating from the US Naval Academy