Financial Director I

OverviewThe Agency of Education is seeking a Financial Director I to lead and oversee financial management activities supporting the Agency’s programs and operations. This position is responsible for budget development, financial reporting, internal controls, cost analysis, accounting operations, and the administration of federal grants and programs.The Financial Director I directs fiscal office processes and procedures and oversees staff responsible for maintaining accounting and financial records, including budgeting, payroll, and auditing. The position prepares and analyzes financial statements, reports, and complex fiscal data; posts, balances, and reconciles accounting records; and analyzes and distributes multi-program costs to the appropriate funds.This position plays a key role in the fiscal management of federal grants and programs, including preparing complex federal reports, reconciling benefit accounts, applying cost distribution formulas, and coordinating financial systems across multiple offices or programs. The Financial Director I also serves as a senior fiscal liaison with federal agencies, state departments, and local community partners, providing expertise and coordination on complex financial and accounting matters.This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced financial professional to support sound fiscal management, accountability, and compliance across the Agency of Education.Who May ApplyThis position, Financial Director I (Job Requisition #54519), is open to internal and external candidates.If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sean Cousino at View email address on click.appcast.io will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.Environmental FactorsWork is performed in a standard office setting.Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in accounting, business or public administration or a related field AND one (1) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience including managing a major fiscal program or operation.ORBachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting and two (2) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included managing a major fiscal program or operation.ORAssociate's degree AND four (4) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff OR six (6) years or more of experience managing a significant fiscal program or section.ORHigh school diploma or equivalent and seven (7) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.OROne (1) year as a Financial Manager III with the State of Vermont.Preferred QualificationsFor some positions preference may be given to applicants with experience managing large fiscal operations.Special RequirementsFor some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.Total CompensationAs a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including: 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) 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 Want the specifics? 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