Finance Specialist III
2 weeks ago
The Vermont Judiciary is seeking a Finance Specialist III for a limited-service position in Montpelier. This position works at an advanced professional level accounting work in the maintenance, review and reconciliation of financial records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting principles and standards. Work may involve performing a wide variety of accounting and bookkeeping tasks in multiple complex fiscal programs. This position will focus on all financial related activities for the Judiciary's grants programs. Duties are performed under the general supervision of the Finance Manager.
Desired Knowledge and Skills for the Finance Specialist:
- Thorough knowledge of fiscal procedures, including automated fiscal recordkeeping and electronic spreadsheets.
- Working knowledge of basic contract requirements.
- Working knowledge of cost allocation practices and procedures.
- Ability to make mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
- Ability to develop checkpoints to maintain over-all integrity of the financial system.
- Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations of considerable complexity.
- Skill in preparing accurate financial and statistical reports.
Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 12 vacation days earned per year, 12 sick leave days earned per year, 13 paid holidays each year
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
(Required to perform the essential functions of the job.)
High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.
OR
Completion of a vocational/technical training program in business, office administration, financial support or related area AND two (2) years or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.
OR
Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND one (1) year or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.
OR
Two years or more of full-time college coursework in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND one (1) year or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.
OR
One (1) year or more as a Financial Specialist II with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.
Summary of Duties
- Performs technical accounting duties such as making cost allocations to various cost centers and auditing financial documents for state and federal programs, special projects, grants, infrastructure projects, or capital construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Compiles financial data for the preparation of financial reports.
- Prepares budget for an office, or program. Prepares financial schedules.
- Posts, balances and reconciles accounting records. Processes financial transactions, disbursements, receipts either manually or by data processing methods.
- Processes financial transactions, disbursements, receipts, expenditures and fund transfer requests. Makes corrections in accounting records.
- Performs and edits financial and statistical analysis for review.
- In a small department prepares and maintains accounting systems.
- In a larger department may assists professional staff in preparing and maintaining accounting systems.
- Maintains inventory records.
- Calculates accounting adjustments.
- This position is responsible for all duties defined and other duties as assigned such as training other employees.
- The job entails the operation of various types of electronic equipment and new equipment may be introduced at any time.
Scheduled hours of work generally conform to public court hours, but assignments may extend beyond those hours. Occasional travel to other courts within the State of Vermont may be required. Travel will be reimbursed according to State policies. This position will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature. Job Code # 25087
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills in all state government positions. The Judicial Branch is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and the recruitment process is designed to treat all applicants equitably.
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