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$44.98 - $71.96 Hourly$93,552 - $149,683 AnnuallyThis position is a Pay Band C12Posting DetailsTHIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE. THIS POSITION REQUIRES FULL-TIME, ON-SITE PRESENCE IN SANTA FE.The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) serves as the State's central financial management agency, providing fiscal oversight, budgetary control, accounting guidance, and statewide financial reporting to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance with state and federal law. DFA supports executive leadership, the Legislature, state agencies, and the public by promoting sound fiscal stewardship and consistent financial practices across New Mexico government.The Financial Control Division (FCD) is responsible for statewide accounting policy, financial reporting, and oversight of the State's financial systems, including SHARE. The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Bureau within FCD leads the preparation of the State of New Mexico's ACFR in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and applicable federal reporting standards. The Bureau works closely with state agencies, external auditors, and oversight entities to ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting for the State. Why does the job exist?The Deputy ACFR Bureau Chief position exists to support the preparation, oversight, and timely issuance of the State of New Mexico's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and applicable federal requirements.This role provides operational leadership and technical expertise to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of the State's financial reporting. The position strengthens internal controls, enhances audit readiness, supports implementation of new GASB pronouncements, and ensures compliance with statutory reporting deadlines.The Deputy Bureau Chief also serves as a key succession and continuity position within the Financial Control Division, providing supervisory oversight of professional accounting staff and assisting the Bureau Chief in coordinating with state agencies, external auditors, and oversight entities. This role helps maintain institutional knowledge, improve reporting processes, and uphold the State's commitment to high-quality, timely financial reporting. How does it get done?The Deputy ACFR Bureau Chief assists in leading the preparation, review, and timely issuance of the State of New Mexico's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards. This position performs and oversees complex accounting analyses, including implementation of new GASB pronouncements, preparation of financial statement disclosures, and reporting related to capital assets, long-term liabilities, leases, and other highly technical accounting areas.The Deputy Bureau Chief provides direct supervisory oversight to professional accounting staff, ensuring work is accurately completed, thoroughly reviewed, and delivered within established timelines. Responsibilities include assigning work, conducting quality control reviews, mentoring staff, supporting professional development, and promoting strong internal controls over financial reporting.This role coordinates closely with state agencies to ensure accurate and timely submission of financial reporting packages and supporting documentation, while serving as a primary liaison with external auditors during the annual financial audit. The position is responsible for preparing audit schedules, responding to audit inquiries, facilitating resolution of audit issues, and enhancing overall audit readiness.In addition, the Deputy ACFR Bureau Chief supports statewide financial reporting initiatives, system enhancements within SHARE, and continuous process improvement efforts designed to strengthen efficiency, standardization, and data integrity. The position assists the Bureau Chief in strategic planning, policy development, and maintaining compliance with applicable state statutes, federal requirements, and reporting deadlines, ensuring the integrity, transparency, and reliability of the State's financial reporting. Who are the customers?All state agencies. Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a highly experienced governmental accounting professional with strong technical expertise in GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, particularly in the preparation of complex financial statements and disclosures. This individual demonstrates advanced analytical skills and the ability to interpret and implement new accounting pronouncements in a large, complex governmental environment.The successful candidate is a strategic thinker who can manage competing deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. They possess demonstrated experience coordinating financial audits, preparing audit workpapers, responding to auditor inquiries, and strengthening internal controls over financial reporting. Experience with statewide financial systems, large ERP platforms, or enterprise-level reporting environments is highly desirable.The ideal candidate is also an effective leader and mentor who fosters accountability, collaboration, and professional development within a team of accounting professionals. They communicate complex financial information clearly and confidently to agency leadership, external auditors, and stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to drive continuous process improvement are essential.Above all, the ideal candidate demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to transparency and excellence in public sector financial reporting Minimum QualificationBachelor's Degree in in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or Business Administration and six (6) years directly related work experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting, preparing Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports, and conducting financial audits. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment RequirementsState issued ID or Driver's License.Pre-employment criminal background check is required, and employment is conditional pending results. Working ConditionsWork is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Supplemental InformationDo you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Lisa Jennings (505) 394-1289 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.Bargaining Unit PositionThis position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.