Accounting Manager

Job Information

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; full benefits; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies. Join Frederick County's respected Finance Division and contribute to work that supports the community. As supervisor of the accounting team, you will help ensure the County's financial integrity and transparency—work that benefits the citizens of Frederick County. In this role, you will guide and support a dedicated accounting staff, serve as a resource for County departments and external partners, and oversee accounting operations and financial reporting.

Our team's efforts have been recognized with the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, and the County maintains a AAA bond rating. We encourage ongoing professional development through training and a collaborative environment where you can continue to build your skills.

If you are interested in public service and would like to be part of a supportive and professional team, we welcome your application.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial data in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)
• Review and analyze assigned funds; reconcile accounts; prepare journal entries, budget journals, and financial projections to ensure accurate reporting and appropriate funding
• Hire, supervise, train, evaluate, and guide team of employees whose primary responsibilities surround accounting for grants
• Complete mandatory financial reporting as required by Federal and State agencies, including the annual Single Audit of federal grant awards
• Prepare assigned sections of the Fiscal Year End Annual Comprehensive Financial Report including financial statements, exhibits, and notes; prepare quarterly reporting for the County Executive and County Council
• Remain current on and interpret GASB standards, accounting practices, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Provide information to internal and external auditors for financial audits
• Develop policies and procedures for department and County
• Collaborate with staff across departments and divisions to share accounting information, review account activity, and assist with budget estimates
• Represent the Accounting Department in meetings, workshops and other sessions related to assigned duties
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications and Requirements

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in accounting, or financial management
• 2 years of experience supervising or managing staff

Substitutions for the above-listed required education and experience are a Master's Degree with 3 years experience as described above including 2 years supervising or managing staff.

A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Advanced knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board Pronouncements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Federal Grant guidelines.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting transactions and financial reporting
• Skilled in financial report presentation
• Skilled in research and analyses
• Skilled in communication, verbally and in writing
• Skilled in decision-making and problem-solving
• Skilled in leadership and supervision
• Ability to use and understand functionality of financial software and related tools (e.g. Infor Financial System. Microsoft Office, Munis, Cash Pro Banking, Active.net)
• Ability to test and troubleshoot system problems
• Ability to manage time, organize work, and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply applicable guidelines and principles

Preference may be given for:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration Finance, or related business field
• Experience working in a local government setting
• Possession of current CPA certification
• Possession of current CGFM certification
• Possession of current CPFO certification
• Experience utilizing INFOR Financial System

Physical requirements / working conditions:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit, reach and perform repetitive motions
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors

Additional Information / Examination Process

• Employees in this classification are designated as Non-Essential
• Available for varied evening and weekend work hours to accommodate meetings, special events, etc.
• Ability to provide own transportation to meetings, etc.
• Required certifications must be maintained throughout tenure of employment

1. An evaluation of training and experience
2. One or more interviews

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to View email address on click.appcast.io