What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Specialist Senior - ITD position at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare?
State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department
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Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.
The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring a Financial Specialist Senior in the Program Management Office at the Boise Headquarters. The incumbent will provide support to District and Headquarter transportation program areas with their accounting and Highway program needs. Incumbent will create and administer the State Highway Funding Plan using federal apportionments and state dedicated funds. Incumbents will act as a point of contact with the Federal Highways Administration (FHWA) and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs). Incumbent will reconcile balances of federal and state obligations, respond to both external and internal compliance/audit requests, complete fiscal year-end duties, perform accounting adjusting entries and review monthly transportation program financial statements. The incumbent’s focus is on reconciliation of funds received across multiple systems and ensuring funds are accurately recorded in the financial systems in compliance with state and federal law. A successful candidate for this position will be a creative problem solver that also takes initiative to see problem resolution through to completion.
NOTICE: This position requires a background investigation before a final job offer is made.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Reviewing and approving financial transactions
- Reconciling funds between various accounting systems
- Reviewing financial processes and procedures and recommending improvements
- Analyzing federal apportionments and creating the state highway funding plan
- Analyzing business processes and communicating analysis to business analysts and software developers
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively which results in a successful completion of tasks
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- Developing and preparing financial documents; Minimum requirement met by at least 1 year of experience developing and preparing financial documents such as financial statements, tax worksheets, budgets, cost analysis, audit reports, and audit work papers
- Using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data: Minimum requirement met by at least one year of work experience using a personal computer to develop, analyze and report on financial data as a regularly assigned job duty
- Analyzing financial activities and recommending management action: Minimum requirement met by at least one year of full-time work experience independently analyzing financial activities and recommending management action as a regularly assigned job duty
Good Knowledge of:
- Accounting principles and practices; Minimum requirements met by at least four years of professional work experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), usually gained as an accountant or equivalent; OR an associate’s degree in accounting AND at least two years of professional work experience as described above.
Desired Qualifications:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Good knowledge of internal control procedures
- Excellent attention to detail
- Experience building financial system procedures
- Background experience in government budgeting or relevant accounting experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or relevant work experience
To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: careers@itd.idaho.gov or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/ .
EEO/ADA/Veteran
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.