Assistant Division Director

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is currently seeking dynamic, passionate individuals who are eager to contribute their expertise within the Budget and Financial Analysis division as an Assistant Division Director. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career that offers growth, superlative benefits, and a culture that encourages work/life balance.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Join a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on America’s Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance, providing you with peace of mind and access to quality healthcare.
• Robust pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings to secure your financial future.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, personal days, and 13 holidays per calendar year.
• We are an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, which means you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
• A culture that recognizes the importance of work/life balance and offers alternate work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut.
• Connecticut is a strong community with a lot to offer in entertainment, food and shopping, recreation in our beautiful state parks and forests, diverse culture, and rich history. Learn more about all Connecticut has to offer.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Location: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
• Hybrid (office/telework) may be available

THIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF

• You have deep expertise in cost accounting and federal regulations and are confident leading the development of complex financial plans that directly impact federal reimbursements and state funding.
• You excel at analyzing historical expenditures to project future costs and can navigate ambiguity to develop accurate, defensible rates and financial statements.
• You are detail-oriented and thrive in work that demands precision, structured documentation, and a strong grasp of agency programs, accounting systems, and funding structures.
• You’re a collaborative leader and strategic thinker who communicates clearly, balances competing deadlines, and takes pride in mentoring staff and producing work that meets the highest audit standards.
• You want to do work that matters and want to build a better Connecticut with the Office of the State Comptroller, promoting economic growth, advocating for fiscal control, and championing policies that lower costs.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Lead the preparation and annual negotiation of the Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP) with federal oversight agencies;
• Ensure compliance with federal cost accounting standards, reporting regulations, and submission deadlines;
• Analyze statewide expenditures using Core-CT data to allocate central service costs across state agencies;
• Represent the state in responding to federal and state audit inquiries related to cost allocation and recovery;
• Supervise staff in calculating fringe benefit rates for multiple retirement systems and unemployment compensation programs;
• Project future benefit costs using historical expenditure and salary data to support federal and private grant reimbursements;
• Oversee the development of per capita and per diem rates for humane institutions to support patient billing and public program reimbursement;
• Review agency expenditure data and program structures to ensure accurate cost recovery rates for institutional care;
• Manage the preparation of annual Medicare Cost Reports for psychiatric hospitals and long-term care facilities;
• Review and certify annual operating cost statements for regulatory agencies funded through industry assessments;
• Support agencies in recovering operating costs by coordinating the production of clear, accurate cost statements;
• Oversee the development of federal Indirect Cost Proposals to maximize agency reimbursement opportunities;
• Coordinate cost-related financial reporting and track appropriations.

ABOUT US

The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is an agency whose mission is to provide accounting and financial services, administer employee and retiree benefits, develop accounting policy and exercise accounting oversight, and prepare financial reports for the state, federal and municipal governments, and the public.

We are located in the State Office Building at 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT. This state-of-the-art building offers free garage parking, an on-site cafeteria, and ergonomic workspaces.

The Budget and Financial Analysis division performs the state’s accounting and financial reporting functions and develops and executes the agency budget. The division is accountable for posting, analyzing, and reporting state expenditures and regularly monitors the health of the state’s budget condition.

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. To be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the Office of the State Comptroller for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Office of the State Comptroller are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks, subject to the provisions of Section 31-51i and conducted in accordance with Section 29-17a of the Connecticut General Statutes. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation.
• Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, but your application may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. 

CONNECT WITH US

• Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions.
• If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Sara Garrett at osc.hr@ct.gov or 860-702-3572.
• Follow the State of Connecticut on LinkedIn to stay updated on our career opportunities and news.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Office of the State Comptroller this class is accountable for assisting in the direction of programs and activities of a major division with statewide impact.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assists in directing staff and operations of a major division with statewide impact;
• Assists in coordinating, planning and managing program functions within a division;
• Assists in formulating program goals and objectives;
• Assists in developing related policy;
• Assists in implementation of new procedures and procedural revisions;
• Assists in interpreting and administering pertinent laws;
• Evaluates staff;
• Assists in preparing division budgets;
• Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact program activities;
• Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
• May coordinate subpoena responses and Freedom of Information requests;
• May assist in directing maintenance of official accounting records of the State;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations;
  • accounting principles and practices including governmental accounting, accounts payable procedures, and/or payroll accounting;
• Knowledge of
  • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
  • commercial business practices, particularly accounts receivable practices and procedures;
  • fiscal and payroll practices and public payroll audit procedures;
  • application of EDP equipment to accounting systems;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability in analysis and preparation of complex and comprehensive financial statements and reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of experience in accounting, auditing, or business management with major responsibilities in the accounting area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

NOTE:

• Supervisory capacity is defined as scheduling, assigning, overseeing work, establishing performance standards for employees and taking corrective measures to implement those standards.
• For state employees, supervisory capacity is interpreted at the level of a Supervising Accountant, Supervising Accounts Examiner or Payroll System Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training in accounting or business administration may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
• Certification in any of the following may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience: Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience interpreting and applying governmental and cost accounting standards in the development of financial statements, cost analysis reports, Medicare cost reports, and annual reports.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Excel and other applications to create and maintain workbooks to perform complex cost accounting calculations.
• Experience leading and reviewing the preparation of financial statements, cost analysis reports, Medicare Cost reports, and annual reports.
• Experience formulating program goals and objectives, developing and implementing program procedures, and initiating program policies.
• Experience interpreting and applying relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as Core-CT, or similar systems, and various financial modules.
• Experience communicating to a diverse population and building consensus, including verbal and written communication.

Conclusion

INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES AND THOSE RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE INDICATED ABOVE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Sara Garrett at osc.hr@ct.gov or 860-702-3572.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.