Maryland Department of Health
Chief Financial Officer (Program Manager Senior IV)
Baltimore City
Description:
This position provides executive leadership and oversight for the financial operations of the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), directing the administrative, operational, and programmatic functions of the Fiscal Services Administration, Cost Accounting and Reimbursements Division, and General Accounting Division. The position provides financial stewardship and strategic oversight for financial operations across MDH's five administrations: Operations, Public Health Services, Behavioral Health Administration, Developmental Disabilities Administration, and Health Care Financing/Medicaid Administration. The position oversees the Office of Finance, which serves as the Department's central office for coordinating, establishing, and maintaining financial policies, processes, and controls. The position ensures that fiscal operations are conducted in accordance with applicable State and Department regulations and policies and promote accountability, responsiveness, efficiency, and fairness.
Salary Range:
$128,818.00 - $203,150.00/year
Responsibilities:
Provides executive leadership and direction for the Fiscal Services Administration, Cost Accounting and Reimbursements Division, and General Accounting Division, ensuring effective coordination of financial operations across MDH's five administrations. Oversees the Office of Finance and establishes and coordinates Department-wide processes, policies, procedures, and controls governing financial functions. Provides financial stewardship and oversight of Department operations, including accounting, financial planning and budgetary projections, auditing, procurement, expenditure control and monitoring, resource allocation, personnel allocation, and program cost analysis. Ensures fiscal accountability and compliance with applicable MDH and State regulations, policies, procedures, and financial requirements. Directs cost accounting and reimbursement activities, including billing and collection of inpatient and outpatient services provided by MDH-operated facilities. Oversees fee coordination activities associated with community-based services and other applicable MDH programs. Directs preparation of the Department's indirect cost report and hospital cost reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable requirements. Oversees audit settlement activities for human services providers and ensures appropriate resolution of audit findings and financial matters. Provides oversight of General Accounting functions, including Accounting, Grants and Local Health Accounting, and FMIS Coordination activities. Ensures effective implementation, coordination, and support of FMIS functions throughout the Department. Oversees the preparation and reporting of accurate and timely financial information to support Department operations, management decision-making, and fiscal accountability. Monitors financial operations and resource utilization to identify fiscal risks, improve operational effectiveness, and support sound financial management. Coordinates financial activities across MDH administrations and program areas, ensuring consistency and alignment with Department-wide fiscal policies and objectives. Provides strategic financial advice and guidance to senior leadership on fiscal operations, financial risks, resource allocation, and programmatic cost considerations.
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates should possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, finance or related field and ten years of fiscal administration, budgetary, or fiscal professional experience, three years of which at a supervisory or management level. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, finance or related field and 4 additional years of experience may substitute for the master's degree.
Benefits:
Meaningful Work Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care) Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days) Retirement Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable) Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)
All applications, resumes, and/or CVs must be submitted online:
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Posted: 9/4/2026
