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Director - Office of Administration & Finance

Comptroller of Maryland

Recruitment #25-005485-0024

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Introduction

  

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS

 

This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting certified eligible list may be used to staff several current and future vacancies for this position/function only.


This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.


 

GRADE

26

LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, Maryland

POSITION DUTIES

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for public finance and operational excellence? The Office of the Comptroller of Maryland is seeking a seasoned leader to serve as Director of the Office of Administration & Finance—a pivotal role at the heart of Maryland’s fiscal operations.

As the agency’s chief financial and administrative officer, you’ll lead a team of 22 and oversee the full spectrum of budgeting, accounting, procurement, and administrative services across all programs within the Comptroller’s Office.

What You’ll Lead:

  • The development and execution of the agency’s multi-million-dollar operating budget.
  • Procurement operations, ensuring compliance with Maryland’s finance and procurement laws.
  • Invoice payments, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
  • Capital grant and loan disbursements for the Board of Public Works.
  • Oversight of fleet management, mailroom operations, and central services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide centralized control over the agency’s budget cycle—from formulation to execution.
  • Review and analyze monthly budget projections to ensure alignment with program goals.
  • Establish and maintain the agency’s account code structure.
  • Ensure all procurements meet state regulations and best practices.
  • Supervise operational support functions that keep the agency running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A deep understanding of Maryland’s budget process and procurement regulations.
  • Proven leadership in financial management and administrative operations.
  • A collaborative, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a mission-driven environment.
  • A deep understanding and familiarity with Maryland’s budget cycle.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial and operational future of one of Maryland’s most essential state agencies. If you're ready to lead with integrity, strategy, and impact—we want to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE: This position may be required to work irregular hours on evenings and weekends, especially during the fiscal year end close and budget formulation. Also, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.

Experience: Five (5) years of professional progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, and procurement.

** For education obtained outside of the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at https://naces.org/members/

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • A master’s degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
  • Strong working knowledge of the State of Maryland budget, accounting, and procurement systems and applications; government finance procedures and standards; accounting principles and practices; and business administration
  • Strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to lead, mentor, coach, and develop the team; foster collaboration and accountability; and manage performance

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This position may be required to work irregular hours on evenings and weekends, especially during the fiscal year end close and budget formulation.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Upon appointment (new hires and/or transfers) must successfully undergo fingerprinting. Disqualifying charges may include any felony; any crime of moral turpitude, e.g. embezzlement, fraud, tax evasion or bribery; any crime of identity theft or impersonation; any crime of assault or battery; and any crime relating to the use or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance other than marijuana, regardless of the age of the offense or the specifications of the position.

*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you choose email as the option to submit your application/required additional information, you must include the following information on at least one the pages you submit.

  1. First and Last Name
  2. Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin)
  3. The last four digits of your SS#
If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email dbrown@marylandtaxes.gov at Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or  Application.Help@maryland.gov.

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

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

If you need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADA), 2008 please contact the director of EEO & Fair Practices Operations at 410-260-6630, or at fairpractices@marylandtaxes.gov, or amoreland@marylandtaxes.gov for additional information.


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