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DCFW Assistant Director of Finance

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Finance & AccountingFinance Manager

Dept of Health and Human Services

Child and Family Well Being

Business Manager II (NS)

60040298

NC20

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

The Assistant Director of Finance is a senior leadership position within the Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW) responsible for overseeing all financial and budget processes for the division. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Assistant Director of Finance leads the Division’s budgeting and financial reporting activities. The role oversees a Finance Section that includes direct supervision of the Chief Budget Officer and Procurement Manager, and ensures effective workflow management, staff utilization, and operational performance across teams. The position will also work closely with the Chief Operating Officer in collaborating with the Procurement Team and shared deliverables. This position manages and oversees a Division budget of more than $570 million that includes $65 million in state appropriations and complex funding streams such as federal grants, receipts, and Medicaid reimbursements.

The Assistant Director of Finance works closely with Division senior leadership and program management to implement an integrated approach to fiscal management, grant management, and contract management. The Assistant Director of Finance will develop and prepare regular executive and senior management reports necessary for planning and division management. The role provides technical guidance on financial practices and establishes policies, procedures, and internal controls that promote consistency, accountability, and operational excellence. The Assistant Director also provides surge capacity when needed to support critical operations and time-sensitive deliverables. The Assistant Director represents the division in meetings key agencies including NCDHHS Budget and Analysis, Office of Procurement Contract and Grants, Office of Internal Auditor, Office of State Auditor, and Office of State Budget and Management.

Serving as the primary technical liaison to internal and external auditors, the Assistant Director is responsible for audit preparation and leads the submission of accurate and timely reports, responses, and documentation supported by strong internal controls and sound financial practices. In addition, the Assistant Director is responsible for strengthening Finance Office capacity through staff development, performance management, and ongoing process improvement. This includes using performance metrics and other data analysis to guide decisions that enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.

The Assistant Director of Finance maintains effective working relationships with internal divisions, state and federal agencies, local partners, contractors, professional organizations, and other stakeholders to support the Division’s financial and operational needs.

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The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for state benefits.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of their DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive related experience, in which, two (2) years should be in a supervisory role,

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Lisa M Sasser

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