Position will serve as the Manager for the SubSystems Claims Processing Unit in developing and carrying out departmental accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures in the financial operations of programs operated by the Department with governmental agencies, non-profit agencies, private medical practitioners, private insurance companies, and for-profit vendors. This branch is responsible for supporting the Disability Determination Services (DDS), the Division of Services for the Blind (DSB), the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), and the Deaf of Hard and Hearing (DHH).  The Manager has the primary responsibility for the management and coordination of all activities and assignments within the branch. All the activities in this branch will impact on one or more of the other sections in the DHHS OC and other Divisions within DHHS. Consequently, this position must have a thorough understanding of the detailed transactions and activities occurring in the branch as well as how these transactions interface with or impact the other sections and Divisions with DHHS. This position must be fully knowledgeable of the operations and functions of the other DHHS OC sections to ensure full accountability of funding and adherence to the policies which govern these sections. This position also provides supervisory leadership and guidance to all levels of staff in the branch as to how its activities must correlate with those of the DHHS Divisions as well as other State and Local Government Agencies. Position will also have the primary responsibility for the overall supervision of seventeen (17) positions ranging from Accounting Technicians to professional level Accountants. Position will direct the accounting functions of the client services subsystems ENCORE, NC Tracks System, SMS, and the DDS DCPS Subsystem. These subsystems create payments outside of the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) and are interfaced into NCFS. About DHHS Office of the Controller:  The Office of the Controller sets and interprets all accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures for the Department as authorized by the rules and regulations of the Office of the State Controller and state statutes and executes all accounting transactions for DHHS. About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS): The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits.Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.    Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:   * Demonstrated experience with activities of a major accounting/benefit payment operation within a State agency. * Proven experience to present results of analysis to program administrators and provide technical guidance. * Documented knowledge of general and/or cost accounting principles. * Demonstrated experience with NCFS and DCPS. * Working knowledge of medical terminology and Medicaid Polices and Regulations. * Skill in preparation of Annual Comprehensive I Financial Reports (ACFR). Management Preferences (if applicable): * Prior supervisory experience. * Demonstrated experience with financial accounting systems. * Previous experience working providing high level customer service. * Experience with Quickbooks. Physical Requirements (if applicable): * Lifting of 20lbs Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.   Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and four years of professional accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports; or equivalent combination of education and experience.The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.   For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.   It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. * Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. * Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. * If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. * Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.   Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.   NOTE:  Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-4930. To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status". For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442.   If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.