Title:  Financial Administrator II - Limited Service

Overview

The Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking an organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented professional to join our Funds Management Team within the Administration and Innovation Division. This position will perform professional work in the maintenance of accounting and financial records for our funds management team, including analyzing financial reports, programs, costs, payments and/or accounting processes.

 

This position will be expected to coordinate meetings as needed to gather report requirements and gain an understanding of reporting needs from the programs and/or other stakeholder needs, ensuring data integrity and providing analysis of incoming data; develop and manage reports using reporting and analysis tools; review developed reports with stakeholders; design and develop accurate reports; meet regularly with teammates to discuss current tasks to understand where your skills can assist the team; provide technical support and guidance to internal and external stakeholders; serve as a liaison between business/operations staff and department's program staff; proactively engage with internal teams to learn, understand, and implement new efficiencies for the benefit of the business. Collaborative teamwork with other units/ supervisors/ vendors is required on a daily basis and the candidate must have strong interpersonal skills via both verbal and written communications.

 

The ideal candidate will be inquisitive, collaborative, digitally proficient, and have a desire to learn new skills and software. The ideal candidate will also have strong internal and external communication skills to work supportively with members of the Department and the public. Prior advanced accounting experience, Excel skills, as well as experience with VISION (the State's Oracle-based Accounting System) are preferred. A cover letter must be submitted along with the application, in order to be considered for this position.

 

The Department of Environmental Conservation currently operates in a hybrid working environment, supporting remote work as well as Core Days in which all staff are in the office. Permission to participate in telework is applied for on an individual basis.

Who May Apply

This position, Financial Administrator II - Limited Service (Job Requisition #51689), is open to all State employees and external applicants.  It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Mercedes.Pinon@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting AND one (1) year or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

 

OR

 

Two years of full-time college coursework OR an Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND three (3) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

 

OR

 

High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

 

OR

 

One (1) year or more as a Financial Administrator I with the State of Vermont.

 

OR

 

Certification as a CPA.

Preferred Qualifications

For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory experience.

Special Requirements

For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.

Total Compensation

As 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: 11 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

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.