Finance Manager

Finance Manager

The Finance Manager oversees general accounting, reporting, and management for the Benefits and Wellness Division and the Self-Funded Benefits Trust Fund. Their primary objective is to ensure that benefit-eligible employees and their covered dependents have access to quality, affordable benefits in the most cost-effective manner.

The Finance Manager is responsible for managing an annual budget exceeding $200M and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Trust Fund's financial statements. In addition, you will be responsible for creating accurate financial statements. Their supervisory duties include providing leadership to staff, hiring and evaluating staff performance, coaching and disciplining employees, and supporting professional development.

The Human Resources Department is a diverse group of agile and dedicated professionals who provide exceptional customer service by exemplifying the motto, "Your Partner for Success." By strategically partnering with County Management, departments, and applicants, we seek creative, outside-the-box solutions to the ever-evolving modern-day challenges governments face in providing quality services to their citizens.

With more than 13,000 employees in more than 50 departments, we question the status quo, we challenge old assumptions, WE make government better. Join us for your next career adventure and explore innovation with Maricopa County Human Resources!

We require five years of managerial experience in the field of accounting, including two years of experience directly supervising other accounting professionals. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field is required.

We also value licensed Certified Public Accountants in the State of Arizona (CPA), five years of experience in insurance accounting, public accounting, and / or self-funded benefits trust accounting, a Master's degree in accounting or closely related field, and experience with payroll and financial accounting systems (i.e., general ledger).

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. JR16333