ASSOC DIRECTOR (FINANCIAL MGMT

State of careers Rhode Island • Cranston, RI

1d • $137,547 - $156,627 • Onsite

About The Position

This position oversees all phases of financial administration for a large department, including budgetary control, expenditure control, financial planning, and program evaluation. The role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing a financial planning and reporting system. The Associate Director works under administrative direction, with significant latitude for independent judgment, and their work is reviewed through consultation and reports. They are responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and reviewing the work of professional, technical, and clerical staff.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, procedures, and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of program development and fiscal management.
• Ability to incorporate practices of business administration and fiscal management in developing complex programs for funding and budgeting.
• Ability to evaluate existing programs and develop plans for their expansion, modification, or elimination.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques involved in operating a financial reporting system.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the operation of financial services.
• Ability to prepare and submit reports, studies, and analyses relating to financial services for use by a superior.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other governmental agencies, departments, and private vendors.
• Thorough knowledge of computer hardware and software.
• Thorough knowledge of computer systems networking.
• Possession of a Master’s Degree from a college of recognized standing with specialization in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Certification as a Certified Public Accountant.
• Considerable employment in a highly responsible administrative position involving significant responsibility for governmental financial management.
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrated time management skills.
• Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written presentation).
• Ability to develop and monitor work and work processes.
• Ability to supervise.
• Flexibility.
• Ability to lead and coordinate across multiple agencies.
• Ability to self-initiate.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop process improvements.
• Must undergo a national fingerprint background screening.
• Must have employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

• Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of the financial administration of a large department including budgetary, expenditure control, financial planning, and program evaluation.
• Evaluate existing programs and develop plans for their expansion, modification, or elimination based on changing needs and fund availability.
• Supervise the preparation and review of the departmental budget for central accounting, expenditure control, and budgetary reports.
• Conduct cost analysis surveys of departmental operations and make recommendations for cost reduction.
• Make recommendations on planning and developing systems for effective administrative and fiscal management, including fiscal and staffing requirements.
• Monitor departmental budget variances, analyze causes, and implement necessary adjustments.
• Develop, implement, and oversee a financial reporting system, including the development of an on-line system, establishing security and privacy criteria, setting standards for hardware and software, ensuring compatibility and cost-effectiveness, and evaluating system effectiveness.
• Conduct special financial reviews to verify facts in cases of noncompliance with laws and/or regulations.
• Exercise overall supervision and direction of billings and reimbursements.
• Evaluate management and methods procedures for effectiveness and efficiency, and recommend future plans and budget allocations.
• Oversee the RIBridges financial administration, including budgetary, expenditure control, financial planning, procurement, accounting, and reporting.
• Be responsible and accountable for the proper receipt and disbursement of Medicaid administration departmental funds and ensure their appropriate use.
• Oversee federal and state budgeting and reporting across RIBridges agencies.
• Ensure cost allocation plans align with budgets and expense reporting.

Benefits

• Information regarding benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees can be found at the Office of Employee Benefits' website.
• Direct deposit for all employees is required for new hires after September 30, 2014.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager