HCD Financial Analyst IV

Introduction

This is a skilled service position with full State of Maryland benefits

Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in affordable housing and community development. Our team needs one supervisory position that will challenge the status quo, effectively communicate ideas and issues, independently implement practical and efficient solutions, believe change is good and want to come to work knowing that what they do makes a difference.

The Division of Finance and Administration is seeking an enthusiastic individual to serve as a Financial Analyst. The Financial Analyst will assist the General Accounting unit's activities based upon the goals and priorities of the Department.

GRADE

21

This position offers a salary range of $91,761 - $102,888 / annually, with potential for advancement up to $142,914 / annually based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $102,888 / annually.

LOCATION OF POSITION

7800 Harkins Rd, Lanham, MD 20706

DHCD offers health benefits, flexible work schedules, job-sharing options, training, advancement and career path opportunities, casual business dress Fridays as well as during the Summer, a competitive salary, and shuttle service for MARC train commuters. Now located in Prince George's County off route 50 close by the New Carrollton MARC train station.

POSITION DUTIES

The incumbent will assist the Controller of General Accounting within the Division of Finance and Administration. This position has direct oversight of invoicing, payments for operating expenses, subsidized mortgage, grant disbursements, construction loan draws, and reviews accruals at year-end, payroll allocation, direct and indirect overhead allocation, inventory, and reporting and financial analysis, including trending data to support strategic decision-making.

This incumbent works closely with accounting staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoicing, payments, and cash receipts. This incumbent will be responsible for ensuring smooth month-end and year-end closings, resolving FMIS errors related to journal entries and RFPs, while maintaining compliance with the State Treasurer's close-out schedule. Additionally, the incumbent will prepare and respond to inquiries from the Office of Legislative Auditors, independent auditors, and federal auditors. The inclusion of revenue analysis strengthens the department's ability to monitor income streams, assess financial performance, and support budgeting and forecasting efforts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience : Four years of professional financial analysis experience, such as managing financial asset and debt portfolios, examining, analyzing, and interpreting accounting, budget, grant or real estate investment portfolio records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

Notes :

1. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or documented eligibility to sit for the CPA Examination may be substituted for the educational requirement.

2. A Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute one year of professional financial analysis experience, such as managing financial asset and debt portfolios, examining, analyzing, and interpreting accounting, budget, grant or real estate investment portfolio records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles for 30 credits on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Accounting Officer classification or Financial Management specialty codes in the accounting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using FMIS
• Experience working with MD General Accounting Division (GAD)
• Experience with revenue and expenditure projections (i.e., forecasting expenses, overseeing federal grant funding, experience with variant analysis and reporting)
• Experience leading Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) teams.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum and selective qualifications for this recruitment. Please provide transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Candidates will be required to complete a General Accounting Assessment

BENEFITS

State of Maryland Benefits

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to :

Jamaal Simpson

Department of Housing and Community Development

Office of Human Resources

7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706

All application materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to jamaal.simpson@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email :

Incorrect application forms, or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7781.

TTY Users : call via Maryland Relay.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.