Finance Specialist III

Finance Specialist III

The Vermont Judiciary is recruiting a limited-service Finance Specialist III in Montpelier, VT. 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. The limited-service term will end 12/31/2029.

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 assist 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.

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.

Starting salary is $24.59 per hour. 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. Benefits include 12 days of vacation and sick leave are earned per year, 13 holidays are paid per year, group life and medical insurance are available, dental coverage is effective after six months, membership in the Vermont State Employees Retirement System, and long-term retirement investment plan available (457 Plans).

Minimum Requirements (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.

Equal Opportunity Statement 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. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.