Maryland Department of the Environment
Director of Budget and Finance
Maryland Department of the Environment, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Director of Budget and Finance - (Fiscal Services Administrator VI)
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Direct message the job poster from Maryland Department of the Environment
The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is seeking a strategic and results-oriented executive to serve as the
Director of Budget and Finance . This high-level Management Service position is responsible for ensuring the financial integrity of the agency’s administrative operations.
Reporting directly to the Director of Business Administration, the Director serves as the principal fiscal advisor for the Department. The role oversees approximately 35 professionals across four critical units: Budget, Finance, Procurement, and Grants.
This is a pivotal leadership position charged with strengthening management accountability, safeguarding financial resources, and supporting MDE’s mission through sound fiscal stewardship.
Note: This position oversees administrative fiscal services and does not oversee the Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (WIFA).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Executive Financial Reporting:
Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure timely distribution to Administration Directors and the Deputy Secretary.
Budget Strategy:
Oversee the development and execution of the agency’s operating and capital budgets, including performance reports, fiscal notes, legislative testimony, and required budget submissions.
Fiscal Operations Leadership:
Direct Finance Unit operations, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across payroll, accounting, and working fund management.
Grant and Procurement Oversight:
Provide strategic direction for grants management, federal financial reporting, and procurement activities to ensure compliance and maximize funding opportunities.
Audit and Compliance:
Serve as the primary liaison for legislative audits and lead the development and implementation of corrective action plans and internal controls.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Six (6) years of professional experience in budget development, accounting, financial management, or financial auditing.
Supervisory Experience:
Four (4) years of experience supervising or managing professional fiscal staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CPA certification or a Master’s degree in Business or Finance.
Expert knowledge of financial systems management and financial reporting tools (public or private sector).
Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting executive-level financial reports.
Proven success managing audits and implementing strong internal controls.
Experience in grants administration, including federal financial reporting and drawdowns.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. The evaluation will consist of an assessment of your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Please ensure your application is complete and accurate.
TO APPLY If applying by email, please send your resume and cover letter to:
careers.mde@maryland.gov
Subject Line:
Application – Director of Budget and Finance (Fiscal Services Administrator VI)
Please include details highlighting your experience with strategic budgeting, financial leadership, and executive reporting.
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Direct message the job poster from Maryland Department of the Environment
The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is seeking a strategic and results-oriented executive to serve as the
Director of Budget and Finance . This high-level Management Service position is responsible for ensuring the financial integrity of the agency’s administrative operations.
Reporting directly to the Director of Business Administration, the Director serves as the principal fiscal advisor for the Department. The role oversees approximately 35 professionals across four critical units: Budget, Finance, Procurement, and Grants.
This is a pivotal leadership position charged with strengthening management accountability, safeguarding financial resources, and supporting MDE’s mission through sound fiscal stewardship.
Note: This position oversees administrative fiscal services and does not oversee the Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (WIFA).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Executive Financial Reporting:
Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure timely distribution to Administration Directors and the Deputy Secretary.
Budget Strategy:
Oversee the development and execution of the agency’s operating and capital budgets, including performance reports, fiscal notes, legislative testimony, and required budget submissions.
Fiscal Operations Leadership:
Direct Finance Unit operations, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across payroll, accounting, and working fund management.
Grant and Procurement Oversight:
Provide strategic direction for grants management, federal financial reporting, and procurement activities to ensure compliance and maximize funding opportunities.
Audit and Compliance:
Serve as the primary liaison for legislative audits and lead the development and implementation of corrective action plans and internal controls.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Six (6) years of professional experience in budget development, accounting, financial management, or financial auditing.
Supervisory Experience:
Four (4) years of experience supervising or managing professional fiscal staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CPA certification or a Master’s degree in Business or Finance.
Expert knowledge of financial systems management and financial reporting tools (public or private sector).
Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting executive-level financial reports.
Proven success managing audits and implementing strong internal controls.
Experience in grants administration, including federal financial reporting and drawdowns.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. The evaluation will consist of an assessment of your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Please ensure your application is complete and accurate.
TO APPLY If applying by email, please send your resume and cover letter to:
careers.mde@maryland.gov
Subject Line:
Application – Director of Budget and Finance (Fiscal Services Administrator VI)
Please include details highlighting your experience with strategic budgeting, financial leadership, and executive reporting.
#J-18808-Ljbffr