Summary:

Works closely with the Department's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to develop and administer the Department of Administrative Services finance and budget objectives by analyzing, planning, and implementing business operations and financial management functions, including budgetary planning and related activities.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1 .

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters' degree from a recognized college or university with a major in accounting, public administration, or business administration.

Experience: Six years' professional experience in accounting or business administration involving fiscal management, including three years of supervisory or administrative experience. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education at the graduate level only.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation for statewide travel required.

Responsibilities:

Supervises and guides state agencies that are administratively attached to the Department of Administrative Services and assist them with planning, preparing, and developing agency budgets within the timelines established by the CFO and the Administrative Services Budget Office.

Assist the administratively attached agencies in establishing their internal controls, preparing and planning their financial and budgetary reports to present to management and legislative committees, and obtaining necessary financial resources to achieve their financial goals and objectives.

Prepares and reviews exhibits and financial reports, including fixed asset depreciation schedules, for the annual year-end financial close per the closing instructions to ensure the Department of Administrative Services completes the year-end accounting and budget requirements.

Provides support and reconciliations to agency auditors during the annual external financial audits and other audits as requested by the CFO and recommends changes in financial planning and accounting policies based on findings.

Researches and develops statistical reports, operational analysis procedures, and reviews of accounting, budgets, and financial data using HR systems to summarize financial information for use by the CFO, administratively attached agencies, and Department senior management to assist in decision-making.

Provides recommendations and insights that improve or enhance the Business Office process performance regarding financial planning and accounting policies. Develops materials for training new accounting or finance staff in the Department or administratively attached agencies on fiscal and administrative procedures.

Maintains and effectively utilizes an up-to-date knowledge of Administrative Rules relating to all business and administrative functions, such as budgetary, purchasing, and federal regulations, and communicates these rules to supervisors to ensure compliance and accurate financial and business operating procedures.

Oversees, reviews, approves, and monitors requests for purchases, payments to vendors, interagency payments and receivables, billings, and travel reimbursements. Ensures requests follow the required state laws and rules and are within approved budgets.

Performs financial and data analysis for special projects related to budgets or accounting for the CFO. Researches and develops reporting and operational analysis procedures. Interprets federal and state laws and accounting standards to ensure agency accounting and operations are in compliance.

Supervises selected accounting staff in the Business Office. Reviews and evaluates staff performance, aligning their goals with the Business Office's, and recommends personnel actions, including hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions.

Acts as a point-person for financial and accounting operations in the absence of the Department of Administrative Services CFO and assists with current and long-range programs for improving business management activities.

Recognizing that everyone we come into contact with is a customer, treat all with courtesy, respect, and professionalism, striving to exceed customer service expectations.

Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact Hiring Manager, Maureen Ryan-Hoffman, email: Maureen.R.Ryanhoffman@das.nh.gov or Phone: 603-271-1470.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

Employee Benefits | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 14.53% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

Total Compensation Calculator | Human Resources | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

Human Resources | NH Dept. of Administrative Services

Benefits Summary (nh.gov)

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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964