What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Administrator I position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Administrator I to support the financial operations of the department. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for four departmental appropriations and plays an important role in ensuring funds are tracked, documented, and reported correctly.
Duties include preparing and maintaining financial records, monitoring expenditures, reconciling accounts, and assisting with routine financial reporting. The successful candidate will track data, analyze spending, and support day-to-day fiscal activities, so strong Excel skills are required.
This role requires careful attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple appropriations at once, and comfort working independently while coordinating with program and administrative staff.
Please include a cover letter that details your relevant financial and Excel experience.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Administrator I (#54061), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Rhonda Camley at rhonda.camley@vermont.gov.
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
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business/office administration.
OR
Associate's degree in accounting, business/office administration AND two (2) years or more of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing and analyzing financial data and records.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing and analyzing financial data and records.
OR
One (1) year or more of experience as a Financial Specialist III with the State of Vermont.
All levels of required accounting experience, unless otherwise noted, must have been performed to ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and standards.
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:
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.
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Administrator I to support the financial operations of the department. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for four departmental appropriations and plays an important role in ensuring funds are tracked, documented, and reported correctly.
Duties include preparing and maintaining financial records, monitoring expenditures, reconciling accounts, and assisting with routine financial reporting. The successful candidate will track data, analyze spending, and support day-to-day fiscal activities, so strong Excel skills are required.
This role requires careful attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple appropriations at once, and comfort working independently while coordinating with program and administrative staff.
Please include a cover letter that details your relevant financial and Excel experience.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Administrator I (#54061), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Rhonda Camley at rhonda.camley@vermont.gov.
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
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business/office administration.
OR
Associate's degree in accounting, business/office administration AND two (2) years or more of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing and analyzing financial data and records.
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing and analyzing financial data and records.
OR
One (1) year or more of experience as a Financial Specialist III with the State of Vermont.
All levels of required accounting experience, unless otherwise noted, must have been performed to ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and standards.
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
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.