Senior Manager, Account Financial Services - 00155143

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.  

What we offer.  Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.  

Start your career in public service.  The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Financial Services (OFS) is seeking candidates for the position of Senior Manager, Account Financial Services. This position is considered hybrid for the time being and will need to report to 47 Trinity Avenue on an as needed basis which is located in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia. 

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Pay Grade: O

Directs the accounting and financial operations of an agency. Recommends and implements accounting policies and procedures in accordance with government regulations. Manages subordinate supervisors and staff.

Role and Responsibilities:
 

• Responsible for the General Ledger of a $2.0 billion state agency, the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS).
• A critical member of the Office of Financial Services (OFS) management team.
• Recommends and implements accounting policies and procedures for DHS.
• Ensures DHS accounting practices comply with federal and state government regulations and audit standards.
• Directs all General Ledger related functions, such as account reconciliations, subledger balancing, and close procedures.
• Acts as the DHS point of contact for the State Accounting Office (SAO).
• Delivers accurate and timely state of Georgia financial reporting.
• Builds a high performing and motivated General Ledger team.
• Conducts General Ledger and Financial Reporting training for the General Ledger team, OFS, and DHS divisions and programs.

Core Competencies:

• Efficient hands-on data mining skill.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan work and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A team first mindset.
• A team builder.
• A willingness to help others be successful.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and five (5) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes three (3) years in a managerial or supervisory role;

•  One (1) year of experience at the lower level Manager 2, Accounting (FIM011) or equivalent position.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
 
Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following education/skills/experience:

• Proven comprehensive accounting knowledge.
• Advance proficiency and direct experience with Microsoft Excel.
• 8 years of hands-on systems experience using PeopleSoft or other financial accounting systems for data retrieval, queries, and system output in the General Ledger module. 
• A demonstrated track record of analyzing and reconciling General Ledger accounts, subledgers and complex transactions.
• Successful preparation of financial reports.
• Leadership of high performing accounting teams.
• Ability to train team members on accounting principles, best practice accounting procedures, and organizational skills.

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

                   https://dhs.georgia.gov/  

Employment Information
  
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
 
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to:  @HRHelpline
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
  
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
  
As an employee of DHS, 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.
  
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
  
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Salary : $91,309 - $96,678