The Finance Specialist II will provide professional accounting work in the maintenance, review, and reconciliation of financial records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting principles and standards. Work may involve performing a wide variety of routine accounting and bookkeeping tasks in multiple or complex fiscal programs, participating in the work of a unit within a centralized accounting operation. Duties are performed under the general supervision of the Finance Manager.

This is a limited-service full-time or part-time (30 hours/ week) position located in Montpelier, Vermont. The limited-service term will end 6/30/2024. Starting salary is $20.00 per hour with full State of Vermont employee benefits.

Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or clerical work involving accounting or financial records.

OR

Completion of a vocational/technical training program in business, office administration, financial support or related area AND one (1) year or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or clerical work involving accounting or financial records.

OR

Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field.

OR

Two years or more full-time college coursework in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of fiscal procedures, including automated fiscal recordkeeping and electronic spreadsheets.
• Working knowledge of basic contract requirements.
• Working knowledge of cost allocation practices and procedures.
• Ability to make mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to develop checkpoints to maintain over-all integrity of the financial system.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations of considerable complexity.
• Skill in preparing accurate financial and statistical reports.

 Total Compensation: The State of Vermont’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
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low-cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

This is a Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 19. Starting salary is $20.00 per hour. This position will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature. Occasional travel to other courts within the State of Vermont may be required and a private means of transportation is necessary. Travel will be reimbursed according to State policies. Job Code #23025

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 in all state government positions. The Judicial Branch is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and the recruitment process is designed to treat all applicants equitably.