Assistant Director Financial Services Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Assistant Director Financial Services 
Salary $84,471.00 – $164,720.00 Annually Location Wake County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-05014 60082522 Department Dept of Revenue Division Financial Services Opening Date 04/17/2025 Closing Date 5/1/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Accounting Director I Position Number 60082522 Salary Grade

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Description of Work The North Carolina Department of Revenue is recruiting for an Assistant Director of our Financial Services Division (Division). The Division’s primary purpose is to support the Department of Revenue’s mission of funding public services benefiting the people of North Carolina, through the administration of tax laws and collection of taxes due in an impartial, consistent, secure, and efficient manner. The Department of Revenue (Department) collects billions of dollars annually from taxpayers. The Division, in addition to managing the operating budget for the Department, is responsible for ensuring that the collection of taxes, net of refunds, distributions, and transfers, are reported accurately and timely, and that billions of tax distributions to local governments are processed timely and accurately. The Division consists of Administration, Tax Services Unit, Budget Services Unit, Distribution Unit, and Debt Setoff Unit. This position reports directly to the Department’s Chief Financial Officer and assists in planning, organizing, and directing the accounting and business operations of the Financial Services Division, including, but not limited to, budget development and management, accounting and financial reporting, payroll, cash management, and internal control procedures. This position is responsible for providing technical and supervisory financial support to staff within the Division as well as managing the operations of the Division and staff. This position works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and executive leadership to assist with budget operations, including preparation and development of the Department’s annual operating budget. Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, this position leads the preparation of the annual financial statements to ensure they are submitted timely and accurately to the Office of the State Controller. In addition, the position is responsible for the preparation of annual Department financial statements that are due to the Office of the State Auditor. Position acts as liaison with internal and external auditors.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

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).
Some highlights include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• 14 vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and accumulates year-to-year
• 12 sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave
• Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
• The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service
• 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Eligibility for Academic Assistance Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and practices and theories of accounting, auditing, budgeting or financial management and knowledge of trends and merging technologies/automation
  Thorough knowledge of government accounting, auditing, and reporting requirements
  Thorough knowledge of the state’s appropriation, budgetary, and accounting systems
  Thorough knowledge of governmental finances, programs and institutional fund accounting
  Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations applicable to the area of employment
  Thorough knowledge of state governmental fiscal and budgetary processes
  Demonstrated experience of office management and organizational concepts
  Ability to manage and direct complex financial management systems
  Ability to interpret and analyze financial data and reports
  Ability to interpret complicated federal and state statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to applicable programs
  Ability to communicate effectively and disseminate information to senior management

Management Preference:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Minimum Education and Experience Requirements 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance or public administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and seven years of professional accounting experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports; of which at least three are supervisory/managerial; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require certification as a Public Accountant Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation. The Department of Revenue seeks to fill positions with the most qualified individuals in its effort to provide taxpayers with the most efficient and effective services possible. This position is subject to federal and state criminal background checks that may include fingerprinting and verification of tax compliance. “Tax compliance” is defined as having filed and paid all North Carolina State taxes owed each year leading up to the current calendar year or currently in a non-delinquent payment status with the State of North Carolina on taxes that are currently owed to the state. To be considered within the most qualified pool of applicants and receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must document all related education and experience on the State of North Carolina application in the appropriate sections of the application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. NC DOR welcomes attached resumes, cover letters and reference information, but these items will not be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure the application is completed in full. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will NOT be accepted. Applicants eligible for veteran’s preference should attach a copy of form DD-214. If you are having technical issues logging into your account or applying for a position, please review the Get Help/FAQ’s information on the website. If you are still experiencing technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at 919-814-1200 orHumanResources@ncdor.gov. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the interview process, please call the agency ADA Administrator at 919-605-6074. Employer
State of North Carolina
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http://www.dor.state.nc.us/
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