Accounts Payable Supervisor (Accountant/Auditor Supervisor, Grade 26)

Accounts Payable Supervisor (Accountant/Auditor Supervisor, Grade 26)

Salary

$87,235.00 - $140,274.00 Annually

Location

401 Hungerford Dr Rockville MD 20850 USA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2026-00345

Department

Department of Health and Human Services

Division

HHS 60 Chief Operating Officer Division

Opening Date

07/29/2026

Closing Date

8/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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About the Position

Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $87,235 to $139,683, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County's public health and human services that meets the needs of our community's most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a Department, we believe health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Were excited to announce an opportunity for an experienced and dedicated professional to join our County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as an Accounts Payable Supervisor.

What Youll Be Doing

This position will supervise the Accounts Payable Unit within the HHS Fiscal Team. Liaison between HHS personnel and other Montgomery departments, such as Finance and Procurement, concerning issues related to Accounts Payable.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Review and approve all types of Accounts Payable invoices prepared by our diligent Fiscal Team.
• Oversee the approval of HHS Direct Purchase Orders.
• Manage and mentor the talented staff within our HHS Fiscal Accounts Payable Unit.
• Lead the year-end closing process in our ERP system for DHHS.
• Collaborate with the Fiscal Team Lead to review and update policies and procedures related to accounts payable.
• Act as a liaison between DHHS, program staff, the Department of Finance, and the ERP team.
• Create performance plans and timely performance evaluations for The Accounts Payable Unit staff.

Telework: There may be an opportunity for limited telework, up to three days per week, after the initial training period.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting; or a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field with a major of accounting coursework.

Experience: Considerable (i.e., five (5) years) professional experience in a financial accounting, auditing or business administration field at the full performance level or 2 (two) years of experience performing work as a senior-level accountant and/or auditor.

Substitution: Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may be substituted for a degree in Accounting or a major in Accounting.

Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.

Financial Disclosure Statement: This position is designated as one that requires filing a Financial Disclosure Statement and you will be required to disclose information about your financial affairs.

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:

• Experience reviewing, approving, or overseeing Accounts Payable transactions.
• Experience using ERP financial systems such as Oracle for AP, GL, or procurement activities.
• Experience supervising or leading financial or Accounts Payable staff.
• Experience working in a decentralized financial environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel or other MS Office tools used for financial tracking or reporting.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicants responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.

This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the Countys "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriffs office) are subject to the Countys ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits

01

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

How many years of experience do you have in financial accounting, auditing or business administration field?

• No Experience or less than 1 year of experience.
• 1 Year Experience
• 2 Years Experience
• 3 Years Experience
• 4 Years Experience
• 5 Years Experience
• 6 Years Experience
• 7 Years Experience
• 8+ Years Experience

02

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

What is your highest level of completed education?

• N/A
• High School/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Juris Doctor
• Doctorate

03

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

Do you currently hold a Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

• Yes
• No

04

MQ Question ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR SUPERVISOR (000208)

Do you have a Bachelors degree in accounting; or a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field with a major of accounting coursework?

• Yes
• No

05

Select the response that best describes your experience reviewing, approving, and overseeing Accounts Payable (AP) transactions.

• I have not performed accounts payable review or approval responsibilities.
• I have assisted with accounts payable tasks such as preparing invoices, checking supporting documentation, or resolving straightforward discrepancies under supervision.
• I have independently executed accounts payable review activities, processed a high volume of transactions, confirmed policy compliance, and resolved routine issues with vendors or internal staff.
• I have coordinated accounts payable operations for multiple programs, approved invoices submitted by staff, ensured the accuracy and appropriateness of expenditures, communicated with procurement or finance teams to resolve complex payment issues, and supported year end processing for accounts payable.
• I have led an accounts payable unit, established or enhanced accounts payable procedures, trained staff in accounts payable requirements, enforced internal fiscal controls, and directed accounts payable activities during year end close and other critical deadlines.

06

Please describe the types of accounts payable transactions you reviewed or approved, the systems used, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."

07

Select the response that best describes your experience using ERP systems to support accounts payable or related financial functions.

• I have not used ERP financial systems.
• I have performed basic tasks in an ERP system such as entering information, verifying data, or locating documents.
• I have regularly used ERP modules to process and review transactions, run reports, reconcile accounts, or confirm data accuracy within AP, GL, or procurement modules.
• I have coordinated or approved financial transactions across multiple ERP modules, resolved workflow or system issues, ensured alignment between accounts payable and other financial processes, and communicated with ERP support teams to address discrepancies.
• I have led ERP-related accounts payable work, trained staff in ERP procedures, created or updated ERP process documentation, or contributed to ERP upgrades, testing, configuration improvements, or year-end close activities.

08

Please describe the ERP modules used, the types of transactions handled, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."

09

Select the response that best describes your experience supervising, training, or leading financial staff.

• I have not supervised or led financial or accounts payable staff.
• I have provided informal guidance or training to fiscal staff, or supported a supervisor by completing assigned leadership tasks.
• I have directed day to day work for staff, assigned tasks, reviewed work products for accuracy, or trained employees in accounts payable or fiscal procedures.
• I have supervised a financial or accounts payable team, conducted performance evaluations, coached employees, developed work plans, and monitored productivity or work quality.
• I have managed a multi-unit fiscal or accounts payable team, developed structured training programs, established performance standards, improved workflow processes, or created or updated accounts payable policies or procedures.

10

Please describe the staff you supervised or led, your supervisory responsibilities, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."

11

Do you have experience working in a decentralized financial environment where individual departments or program areas initiate or process transactions independently?

• Yes
• No

12

Please describe the decentralized financial structure, the types of coordination you performed, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."

13

Do you have advanced proficiency in Excel or other Microsoft Office tools used for financial analysis, accounts payable tracking, or reconciliation?

• Yes
• No

14

Please describe the Excel or Microsoft Office tools you used such as formulas, pivot tables, or reporting features, the types of financial or accounts payable tasks supported, and identify the position(s) on your resume where this work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area indicate "N/A."

Required Question

Employer Montgomery County (MD)

Address 101 Monroe Street

7th Floor

Rockville, Maryland, 20850

Phone 240-777-5000

Website https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ohr