Director of Finance

Director of Finance

Salary

$89,525.00 - $193,115.00 Annually

Location

Largo, MD

Job Type

Probationary FT

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

10466

Department

Prince Georges County Council

Division

Manager of Finance

Opening Date

04/27/2026

Closing Date

5/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

50069040

Max Number of Applicants

100

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team!

Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the Countys residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince Georges County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

The Prince George's County Council is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Director of Finance (Administrative Specialist 2G, Grade G31) position in the County Council Legislative Branch/Council Administration Division.

About the Position

The incumbent serves as professional management support to the Council Administrator and Deputy Council Administrator for all complex special projects, departmental liaison, finance, budget, and procurement matters related to the Legislative Branch.

About the Agency

All legislative powers of the County are vested in the County Council. In addition, the County Council sits as the District Council on zoning and land use matters, and as the Board of Health on health policy matters.

Examples of Work

• Applies advanced accounting, budget, and fiscal management principles, with a strategic focus on Council business operations, state and federal laws, research and analysis techniques, and evaluation and control methods.
• Oversees the operating budget for the County Council. Leads and participates in performing budgetary planning, programming, and management analysis projects.
• Directs non-routine special projects, coordinating and outlining projects, budget preparation, financial and related projection reports, recommends and initiates cost-saving measures, and overall project management for development and administration projects for the Legislative Branch.
• Manages the procurement, purchasing, travel, and fleet vehicle programs for the Legislative Branch.
• Coordinates with legal staff, when applicable, on all procurement, pending travel, training, and vehicle issues related to the Legislative Branch.
• Serves as Purchasing Card Administrator for the Legislative Branch, to include coordinating annual audits of the purchasing card program.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of government budgeting practices involving the development of preliminary budgetary estimates, including control of the branch's operating budget.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing; interacts professionally with the public and customers; develops and applies policy; evaluates issues and provides recommendations; monitors/delegates responsibility; makes decisions and draws conclusions.
• Facilitates the problem-solving process and technical input at the organizational level; develops collection and analysis methods for statistical or other data; designs.
• Recruits, trains, directs, and evaluates staff.
• Manages technical and professional resources, delegating responsibility, and evaluating performance.
• Maintains knowledge and skill identifying training, experience, and abilities required by employees that will enhance productivity for the branch.
• Serves as staff facilitator or liaison to Council Members and their office in all special projects and procurement matters.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs duties and tasks which may not be within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employees class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters Degree from an accredited College or University in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental activities related to the position assignment.

An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration (MBA) or related field

• CPA licensed

• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role in finance or accounting

• Proficient knowledge and understanding of SAP Financial Enterprise System

• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis skills

• Strong decision-making and strategic planning abilities

• Ability to identify financial risks and opportunities

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: May 18, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince Georges County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince Georges County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

General Plan Information:

The Prince George's County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.

A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.

Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.

The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).

New employees must enroll in the County's health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.

The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.

After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).

Employee Benefits

Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick) 13 Paid Holidays Retirement Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan

• Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%

• Supplemental Pension Plan

• Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%

• 457(b)

• 403(b)

Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits

• Critical Illness
• Whole Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Legal Services

For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits

01

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.

• Yes
• No

02

Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

• Some high school, but did not graduate
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Some college, but no degree completed
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/PHD/JD
• Other

03

If you selected "Other" for the previous question on education, please identify/input your highest level of education.

04

Do you possess a masters degree, from an accredited college or university, in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have in a senior leadership role in Finance or Accounting?

• I do not have this experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 6 - 7 years of experience
• 7 - 8 years of experience
• 8 - 9 years of experience
• 9 - 10 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

06

How many years of experience do you have with SAPs Financial Enterprise System?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than one year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

07

Are you licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince Georges County Government

Address 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159

Largo, Maryland, 20774

Phone 301-883-6330

301-883-6330

Website http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/