Assistant Director of Finance
Job Description
Support the Director of Finance in overseeing Finance Department operations for Allegany County in Cumberland, MD.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Finance with Finance Department operations and supervision of office staff
- Maintain the County’s general ledger system, including the related software, to ensure accurate recording of accounting transactions per established policies and procedures
- Coordinate with external auditors during audits of the County’s financial records
- Provide financial analysis and support to the Director of Finance, Deputy Director of Finance, outside agencies, other County personnel, and elected officials
Requirements
- Expertise and training in governmental accounting
- Thorough knowledge of finance principles and methods
- Skill in supervising fiscal operations in governmental finance
- Ability to manage, coordinate, and work effectively with others
- Ability to provide clear oral and written reports
- Certified Public Accountant Certificate
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or finance
- Working knowledge of data processing and computer applications
- Tyler Munis ERP software experience preferred
Technologies
- Tyler Munis ERP Software
- General ledger system (including the software)
Salary and Job Details
- Position type: Full-time
- Work location: In person (Cumberland, MD)
- Exempt classified position, Grade 114
- Salary range: USD 86,471 - 164,294 per year
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Instructions
- Applications are available in the main lobby and online: http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx
- Required materials: application, cover letter, and resume
- Submit to: Allegany County Office Complex, 701 Kelly Road, Cumberland, MD 21502
- Mailing deadline: postmarked no later than October 9, 2026
- Email submissions: [email protected]
- Application deadline: Friday, October 9, 2026
- No phone calls please