DHS/DBHS ASST DIR FOR FINANCE

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Position Number: 22100862County: PulaskiPosting End Date: 09/21/2024Anticipated Starting Salary: $86,887.00The DHS Director of Budget, Forecast & Financial Analysis directs and controls the agencies budgeting and financial forecasting activities. Responsibilities include:Experience in accounting, finance, or business administration.High level of analytical skills.Proficient in MS Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and forecasting methods.Familiar with data analysis and accounting best practices and regulations.Strong communication skills to effectively communicate objectives.The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. Working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more.Position InformationClass Code: N123NGrade: GS14FLSA Status: EXEMPTSalary Range: $86,887.00 - $138,585.00SummaryThe Department of Human Services (DHS) / Division of Services for the Blind (DBS) Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing all financial operations and transactions within the division. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.FunctionsDirects the activities of an administrative staff through subordinate supervisory personnel, including interviewing applicants, developing recommendations, establishing personnel assignments, resolving complex problems, and evaluating employee performance. Directs the operational activities for the retirement system by establishing goals and objectives; and developing long-term plans for consistency. Directs the preparation of documents, including retirement system financial statements, comprehensive annual financial reports, financial position forecasts, biennial and annual budgets, and additional reports required by regulatory agencies. Evaluates the effectiveness of fiscal operations to ensure that all departmental expenditure funding is properly allocated and that departmental policies remain in compliance with existing regulatory standards. Provides direct technical assistance to interdivisional and interdepartmental personnel. Coordinates activities with federal and state governmental personnel and responds to information requests from executive and legislative officials. Serves on committees to communicate needs and provide recommendations. Coordinates audits and takes necessary action for compliance assurance. Performs other duties as assigned.DimensionsNoneKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of general principles of fiscal management, specific auditing and accounting requirements, actuarial and investment principles, and management techniques. Ability to monitor compliance of financial operations, analyze information, interpret laws, communicate effectively, and supervise personnel.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in business administration or finance; plus four years of experience in business or finance, including three years in a supervisory role. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.LicensesNoneThe State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr