Finance Director

Finance DirectorThis position is in Augusta, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance.As a Finance Director within East Central Public Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. Candidates chosen for interview will need to complete a brief accounting and excel test.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:Make a Professional Impact Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and playEnjoy Workplace Flexibility Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia ResidentsWork with a Dynamic and Diverse Team Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengthsAchieve Career Longevity Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term careerTake Part in a Hands-on Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your roleFeel Pride in Where you Work Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like youIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.Leads the accounting and financial operations of a unit, department or agency. Recommends and implements accounting policies and procedures in accordance with government regulations. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff. Specific Duties Include: Insure deadlines are met. Assist with identifying and resolving problems/errors. Coordinate annual audits for 13 counties. Allocate expenses and pass-through funds across multiple programs. Review ledgers and financial statements for accuracy. Assist with reports and data analysis to inform managerial decisions. Coordinate the annual budgeting process. Other duties as assigned.Under the pre-employment fitness-for-duty this position is considered a Category 1: Sedentary: Primarily involves light physical work with minimal unusual working conditions. Examples include administrative roles, management, and HR specialists.Bachelor's degree in accounting and four (4) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes two (2) years in managerial or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Mgr, Accounting (FIM010) or position equivalent. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in State of Georgia accounting preferred. Must have excellent Excel skills.All East Central Health District 6 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov. DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.