Financial Administrator II Job Listing at State of Vermont in Waterbury, VT (Job ID E790E893-7A7A-4)

Description

Overview

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is recruiting for a forward-thinking and dynamic individual to fill the role of Financial Administrator II in our fast-paced Central Business Office.  This position will be the lead for the Incarcerated Commissary and Banking system currently used by DOC to administer all financial transactions for Incarcerated Individuals.   In addition, this position will be a lead expense coordinator for the department and our Purchasing Card Program. The Financial Administrator II will also complete transactions related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger. Critical tasks associated with this position include daily banking reporting of the Incarcerated Trust Account, Lockbox and Pass-Through accounts, expense report approvals, . This position must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the department.

This position, Financial Administrator II (Job Requisition #54644), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Nicole.Belknap@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.

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Bachelor's degree in accounting AND one (1) year or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

OR

Two years of full-time college coursework OR an Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND three (3) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

OR

One (1) year or more as a Financial Administrator I with the State of Vermont.

OR

Certification as a CPA.

For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory experience.

For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information.  Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.  By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete.  The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.  You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here.  Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

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
    • 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: 11 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

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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.