Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Greater Raleigh, NC Area

Agency

Office of Administrative Hearings

Division

Administration

Job Classification Title

Accounting Director I (NS)

Position Number

60088573

Grade

NC24

About Us

An independent forum for prompt and impartial resolution of administrative law contested cases involving citizens and state agencies, investigation of alleged unlawful employment practices in state government, and codifying administrative rules.

Description of Work

The Office of Administrative Hearings is inviting applications for the Accounting Director I (CFO) position

This position serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Manager of the Business Services section reporting to the Senior Administrative Law Judge. This position is responsible for all fiscal related functions in compliance with State and Federal regulations and provides advice and consultation regarding issues of significant budgetary and financial resources associated with new or revised legislation.

As a member of the agency’s executive management team, this position provides leadership, strategic planning and budget oversight for the agency as well as managing the business services functions involved in the decision-making process. This position supervises staff in Budgeting, Accounting and Information Technology, manages Medicaid funds and other grants.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment requirements

Ability to communicate effectively and disseminate complex financial information to senior management.

Demonstrated knowledge of state governmental fiscal and budgetary processes.

Demonstrated experiencing leading and supervising a team of professionals.

Experience interpreting and analyzing financial data and reports.

Thorough knowledge of governmental finances, programs and institutional fund accounting, state and federal laws and regulations.

Experience using State of NC platforms such as NCFS, FIORI and IBIS.

Experience with the preparation, implementation and management of a State agency’s Annual Budget, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Statewide Accounts Receivable Report and the Annual Internal Control Assessment (EAGLE).

Experience serving as the liaison to the Office of State Controller, Department of State Treasurer, Office of the State Auditor and Office of State Budget and Management.

Management preferences:

Certification as a Public Accountant (CPA).

About us

The mission of the Office of Administrative Hearings is to serve as an independent forum for prompt and impartial resolution of administrative law contested cases involving citizens and state agencies, investigation of alleged unlawful employment practices in state government, and codifying administrative rules. The basis for OAH’s authority is statutory.

Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The mission of the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) is to serve the citizens of North Carolina with quality and efficiency by providing an independent forum for prompt and impartial resolution of administrative law contested cases involving citizens and state agencies; functioning as the State’s codifier, publisher, and reviewer of all administrative rules; and investigating alleged acts of unlawful discrimination in employment and housing. The basis for OAH’s authority is statutory.

About the Division

The Business Services section provides the fiscal management necessary for OAH to accomplish its mission. This division oversees a major component of fiscal operations, assists top management with budget and strategic planning, organizing business functions, manages contracts, RFP’s, audits and quality assurance. This position performs specialized professional work in budget and management analysis; ensures accounting and budgetary compliance, assists in coordinating and managing special projects as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and seven years of professional accounting experience in the preparation and review of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports; of which at least three are supervisory/managerial; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information:

Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.

Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Dexter Flaviano Reynolds

Recruiter Email:

DEXTER.REYNOLDS@OAH.NC.GOV