Financial Specialist III - Limited Service

Overview

Do you want an opportunity to work among a dedicated group of colleagues and partners committed to protecting Vermont's forests, promoting outdoor recreation, and operating Vermont's state parks? If so, then come work with us!

The Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation is seeking a Financial Specialist in our Business Office. This position will perform advanced level financial work with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. You'll review vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness, verify the accounting information, and process them for payment. You'll also help with processing deposits for the Vermont State Parks, and other revenue. If you are detail oriented and like to be busy, this may be the job for you. The ideal candidate brings financial experience, a service-oriented approach, and the ability to manage a complex workload with competing priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute and grow your skills while playing an integral role in supporting FPR's mission.

This is a full-time limited-service position with the same benefits package as a permanent State of Vermont (SOV) position; it is not a temporary position, but rather a classified service position currently approved to 09/30/2027, with an extension beyond this requested. This position is required to report to their duty station in Montpelier and follows statewide guidance for telework.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Manages accounts payable and receivable transactions and records
• Reviews state and department contracts to ensure payments align with payment provisions
• Process deposits for Vermont's State Parks and other receivables[JH3.1]
• Audits and reconciles transactions, as necessary
• Adjusts coding on payables vouchers as assigned
• Recommends, plans, installs, reviews, and refines financial management processes and practices.
• Responds to vendor inquiries
• Provides general internal and external VTBuys user support
• Opens and process mail
• Delivers high-quality financial and administrative services in a team environment.
• Other duties as assigned by the position supervisor or Commissioner.

This position is a Grade 21 Step 1 rate, at $25.58 per hour, however, there is potential to be hired at a higher step depending on the individual's education and experience.

Who May Apply

This position, Financial Specialist III - Limited Service (Job Requisition #55931), 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 Jes.Halterman@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

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: 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

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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.