Finance Specialist II

Company: State of Vermont
Location: Montpelier
Posted on: October 8, 2024

Job Description:

How to Apply**Do Not Apply Online** To Apply -Candidates shall submit a complete and up-to-date Judicial Branch Application and a resumefound atOverviewThis position works at a professional level involving financial management, fund accounting, and internal auditing and reconciliation activities within the Vermont Judiciary. The principal function is the processing and management of state funds.This is a full-time position located in Montpelier, Vermont. Starting salary is $21.32 per hour with full State of Vermont employee benefits.DescriptionProfessional 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 routine accounting and bookkeeping tasks in multiple or complex fiscal programs, participating in the work of a unit within a centralized accounting operation. Duties are performed under the general supervision of the Finance Manager.Examples of Work:* Performs advanced 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 insure compliance with specifications. * Assists in compiling financial data for the preparation of financial reports. Prepares financial schedules. * Posts, balances and reconciles accounting records. * Processes financial transactions, disbursements, receipts, expenditures, and fund transfer requests. * Makes corrections in accounting records. * Performs and edits financial and statistical analysis for review. * Assists professional staff in preparing and maintaining accounting systems. * Prepares payrolls. Maintains time and attendance records. * Maintains inventory records. * Calculates accounting adjustments. * Performs related duties as assigned. CompensationStarting salary is $21.32 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* 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 * Long-term retirement investment plan available (457 Plans)Minimum RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or clerical work involving accounting or financial records.ORCompletion of a vocational/technical training program in business, office administration, financial support or related area AND one (1) year or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or clerical work involving accounting or financial records.ORAssociate degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field.ORTwo years or more full-time college coursework in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field.OROne (1) year or more of experience as a Financial Specialist I 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. College training may be substituted for the work experience on a yearforyear basis.Equal Opportunity StatementThe 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.

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