Job Posting Title

Senior Director of General Accounting

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

Executive Service

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

April 30, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$104,227 / annual

Job Description

Agency/Division Information

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency’s core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.

Position Purpose

The Senior Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for key divisions within the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission to improve health and care access for Oklahomans. This role is responsible for driving operational efficiency, managing high-performing teams, and leading key initiatives that support organizational growth and excellence. By fostering strong stakeholder relationships, optimizing resource management, and ensuring fiscal accountability, the Senior Director contributes to achieving OHCA’s core values of passion for purpose, empowerment, trust, transparency, and outcome-driven leadership.

Principle Activities May Include:

• Develop and implement strategic plans that align with organizational goals and drive business growth.

• Ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness through the optimization of processes and resource management.

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams to achieve organizational objectives and foster a culture of excellence.

• Enhance stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication of organizational initiatives and achievements.

• Ensure fiscal responsibility through effective budgeting, resource management, and financial oversight.

• Lead and support organizational change initiatives to enhance business performance and adaptability.

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

This position requires in-depth knowledge of agency policies, state and federal legislation, and strategic program administration. Strong leadership skills are essential for managing complex divisions, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication. Additionally, financial acumen and resource management capabilities are crucial for aligning budgets with organizational objectives.

The Korn Ferry competencies that best fit this position include Manages Complexity (to navigate and resolve multifaceted issues across divisions) and Optimizes Work Processes (to enhance efficiency and align resources with strategic goals).

**To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history.**

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of professional business or public administration experience, including 4 years in a supervisory or administrative capacity OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 1 year of professional or technical administrative experience in business or public administration for each year of the required education.

• NOTE: No substitution will be allowed for the required professional experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Current/valid license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Oklahoma

• Bachelor’s in accounting, finance, business administration or a closely related field

• Professional level experience in budgeting, accounting, auditing or finance

• Governmental budget experience

• Experience with State of Oklahoma systems (PeopleSoft, Hyperion, or MMIS)

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain sitting for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to move or lift up to 15 pounds at various times.

Work Environment

The office work environment includes regular exposure to general office equipment such as computer equipment, phones, and copy machines.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), we’re proud to create a workplace where employees thrive. Named a Top Workplace in Oklahoma for five consecutive years, this achievement reflects the dedication and collaborative spirit of our incredible team. Here's what we offer to support employees and their family:

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.

• A wide selection of top-tier health insurance plans.

• Optional flexible spending accounts for health care or dependent care expenses.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support.

• Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.

• 11 paid holidays annually.

• 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year.

• Retirement Savings Plan with substantial employer contributions.

• Longevity Bonus to reward years of service.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and reimbursement for educational expenses.

• Professional development training opportunities, including CEU support.

Accommodation Statement:

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority complies with applicable State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at 405-522-7335. 

Notice to applicants:

Please add OHCAHR@okhca.org  to the address book or “safe-senders” list in your email.  All correspondence will come from this address.  Be sure to check your junk folder.  If you have questions about the status of your application, you can contact the HR team at 405-522-7093.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through Workday Jobs Hub. 

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.