What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Director IV position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH), part of the Agency of Human Services, is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead our Business Office operations. This position is responsible for overseeing all fiscal functions within the department, with a focus on accountability, compliance, and the effective use of public resources.
The Finance Director will provide leadership and oversight for Medicaid reimbursement processes, approved payment models, and fiscal reporting requirements. This role supervises the Business Office team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to state and federal regulations. The Finance Director will serve as a key advisor to DMH leadership, providing financial insight to support policy development, budget planning, and program implementation.
This position requires a strong understanding of governmental finance, Medicaid rules, and payment structures, as well as proven supervisory and organizational skills. The successful candidate will balance strategic vision with attention to operational detail, ensuring the fiscal health of the department in support of high-quality mental health services across Vermont.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Director IV (Job Requisition #53165), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact emily.hawes@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.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require extensive time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to attend public meetings and hearings and to testify before the Legislature. A wide diversity of opinion and emotions can be anticipated for which diplomacy and tact will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in accounting, business or public administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience including managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting and seven (7) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Three (3) years or more as a Financial Director III with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
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 Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH), part of the Agency of Human Services, is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead our Business Office operations. This position is responsible for overseeing all fiscal functions within the department, with a focus on accountability, compliance, and the effective use of public resources.
The Finance Director will provide leadership and oversight for Medicaid reimbursement processes, approved payment models, and fiscal reporting requirements. This role supervises the Business Office team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to state and federal regulations. The Finance Director will serve as a key advisor to DMH leadership, providing financial insight to support policy development, budget planning, and program implementation.
This position requires a strong understanding of governmental finance, Medicaid rules, and payment structures, as well as proven supervisory and organizational skills. The successful candidate will balance strategic vision with attention to operational detail, ensuring the fiscal health of the department in support of high-quality mental health services across Vermont.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Director IV (Job Requisition #53165), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact emily.hawes@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.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require extensive time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to attend public meetings and hearings and to testify before the Legislature. A wide diversity of opinion and emotions can be anticipated for which diplomacy and tact will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in accounting, business or public administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience including managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting and seven (7) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included managing a major fiscal program or operation.
OR
Three (3) years or more as a Financial Director III with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
- For some positions experience working with VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required. 2) Preference may be given to applicants with experience managing large fiscal operations. 3) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or other specific degree program. 4) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a CPA (or similar certification).
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.