Fiscal Coordinator

Fiscal Coordinator

Fiscal Coordinator is responsible for overseeing financial activities, managing budgets and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Essential duties may include the following:

• Assists in the preparation of budgets and grant applications, including preparation of budget line-item spreadsheets, at the request of the Director/Deputy Director.
• Process invoices, requisitions, purchase orders and payroll.
• Track and analyze expenditures, identifying discrepancies or potential budget issues.
• Ensure compliance with state grant policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with department financial liaison on creating and maintaining budget.
• Collaborate with controllers, payroll and finance department on all budget issues.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Perform clerical tasks, when necessary (back-up receptionist, telephones, mail, etc.).
• Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of job-related experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Accurate and detail oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and proceed with objectives.
• Ability to establish priorities and remain focused on daily operations.
• Ability to coordinate and direct work assignments.
• Ability to interface effectively with all levels of County management.
• Strong grammar and spelling skills.
• Ability to balance individual and team work assignments and responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow office protocols and resolve recurring problems.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment with a willingness to make decisions.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• General knowledge of legal records, guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to use common sense understanding to carry out verbal or written instructions.
• Flexible, with an ability to carry multiple projects and tasks to completion.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Professionalism, integrity, and honesty with an ability to handle confidential matters.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, statistics, or a related field.
• Four plus years of job-related experience, strongest preference for government roles.
• General understanding of Human Resource policies and procedures.
• General knowledge and understanding of County of Chester policies and procedures.

Computer Skills:

• Intermediate Office Suite Skills, (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Explorer)
• PeopleSoft skills (HR & Financial) or the ability to learn PeopleSoft
• Basic Outlook skills (Email and Calendar)

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. Occasionally, the employee will need to stand; walk; bend at the waist or work bent at the waist; lift items weighing up to 15 pounds for a height of up to two feet; and taste or smell. On rare occasions, the employee will need to reach above shoulders or work with arms above shoulder height; climb approximately 13 stairs; push items weighing up to 15 pounds; and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds for a distance of up to 2 feet. There are no special vision requirements listed for this position.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• Work will be performed inside in an office environment.

Other:

• Ability to work extended hours, as necessary.
• A valid driver's license may be required.