Deputy Director - Accounting
Georgia Department of Public Health (GA), Atlanta, GA, United States
Pay Grade: Q
Who We Are We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer
Make a Professional Impact
– Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility
– Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team
– Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
Achieve Career Longevity
– Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long‑term career.
Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture
– Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role.
Feel Pride in Where you Work
– Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
Job Overview Reporting to the Director of the Accounting unit, the Deputy Director will support the development, implementation, and monitoring of General Ledger and Grants Management Office activities for a department, agency, or facility. The role oversees a diverse range of support, operational, and programmatic activities. It recommends and implements policies and procedures and provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff. The Deputy Director will prepare a full range of financial and grant‑related reports, analyze financial information, and make recommendations to management for efficient operations within the Grants Management Office.
Responsibilities
Serve as a job expert or organization resource in assigned area.
Conduct or participate in the development, review, revision, interpretation, and/or implementation of policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Coordinate interaction between department, agency, and facility operating units, other programs, and/or external customers as appropriate.
Prepare and complete all year‑end financial reporting.
Complete assigned year‑end financial reports within the established deadlines.
Research variances and prepare adjusting entries as needed.
Prepare and review supporting documentation for all journal entries.
Assist and train managers with preparing financial reports for month‑end close.
Ensure all entries are processed timely and accurately in the financial system.
Assist with various reconciliations for Concur, revenue, and labor transactions.
Review financial reports for completeness and accuracy.
Assist with updating departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain well organized files for supporting documentation and general ledger files.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of State Accounting Office (SAO) policies and procedures for assigned area.
Oversee the development and ongoing management of one or more programs or projects consistent with agency goals and objectives.
Prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
As delegated by the Director, manage fiscal and other administrative functions and perform other assignments as assigned.
Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field with six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or ten (10) years of related professional experience with six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or six (6) years of experience required at the lower level Sr Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM013) or position equivalent.
Note:
An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year‑over‑year.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years experience in federal grant and accounting experience.
3–5 years PeopleSoft financial environment experience.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook).
3–5 years of supervisory and team management experience, demonstrating ability to positively impact strategic and tactical finance and administration initiatives.
Master’s degree in business, public administration or related degree.
4 years of experience performing fiscal planning and analysis, operational cost containment, allocations, and budget management.
Experience with nonprofit/public finance and accounting regulations.
Employment Information State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.
Equal Opportunity Employer DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits Standard Benefits for Full‑Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part‑Time Employees Part‑time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
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Who We Are We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer
Make a Professional Impact
– Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility
– Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team
– Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
Achieve Career Longevity
– Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long‑term career.
Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture
– Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role.
Feel Pride in Where you Work
– Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
Job Overview Reporting to the Director of the Accounting unit, the Deputy Director will support the development, implementation, and monitoring of General Ledger and Grants Management Office activities for a department, agency, or facility. The role oversees a diverse range of support, operational, and programmatic activities. It recommends and implements policies and procedures and provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff. The Deputy Director will prepare a full range of financial and grant‑related reports, analyze financial information, and make recommendations to management for efficient operations within the Grants Management Office.
Responsibilities
Serve as a job expert or organization resource in assigned area.
Conduct or participate in the development, review, revision, interpretation, and/or implementation of policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Coordinate interaction between department, agency, and facility operating units, other programs, and/or external customers as appropriate.
Prepare and complete all year‑end financial reporting.
Complete assigned year‑end financial reports within the established deadlines.
Research variances and prepare adjusting entries as needed.
Prepare and review supporting documentation for all journal entries.
Assist and train managers with preparing financial reports for month‑end close.
Ensure all entries are processed timely and accurately in the financial system.
Assist with various reconciliations for Concur, revenue, and labor transactions.
Review financial reports for completeness and accuracy.
Assist with updating departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain well organized files for supporting documentation and general ledger files.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of State Accounting Office (SAO) policies and procedures for assigned area.
Oversee the development and ongoing management of one or more programs or projects consistent with agency goals and objectives.
Prepare ad hoc reports as needed.
As delegated by the Director, manage fiscal and other administrative functions and perform other assignments as assigned.
Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field with six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or ten (10) years of related professional experience with six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or six (6) years of experience required at the lower level Sr Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM013) or position equivalent.
Note:
An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year‑over‑year.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years experience in federal grant and accounting experience.
3–5 years PeopleSoft financial environment experience.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook).
3–5 years of supervisory and team management experience, demonstrating ability to positively impact strategic and tactical finance and administration initiatives.
Master’s degree in business, public administration or related degree.
4 years of experience performing fiscal planning and analysis, operational cost containment, allocations, and budget management.
Experience with nonprofit/public finance and accounting regulations.
Employment Information State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.
Equal Opportunity Employer DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits Standard Benefits for Full‑Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part‑Time Employees Part‑time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
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