Financial Manager I

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont is seeking a Financial Manager I to oversee accounts payable and receivable duties for the Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation. This role demands financial management skills, a service-oriented approach, and supervisory experience within a dynamic environment supporting Vermont's mission in recreation and park management.

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium

11 paid holidays each year

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional level accounting or financial experience required.
• Experience managing programs or funding sources is highly beneficial.
• Supervisory experience preferred for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounts payable and receivable duties for the department.
• Oversee revenue management for State Parks.
• Deliver high-quality financial services in a team environment.

Skills

Financial management

Supervisory skills

Service-oriented approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline with 20 credit hours in accounting

CPA certification

Job description

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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 Manager I to oversee all accounts payable and receivable duties for the department. The ideal candidate brings financial experience; a service-oriented approach; supervisory experience; and the ability to manage a complex workload with competing priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and play an integral role in supporting FPR's mission.

Primary responsibilities include:
• Management and monitor revenue generated at Vermont's State Parks.
• Manage a wide range of administrative services functions, including personnel, facility and general office functions.
• Accounting duties include general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, internal controls, and audit response.
• Oversee Purchasing Card coding and activity.
• Payroll support and management of VTHR task profiles and coding references.
• Deliver high-quality financial and administrative services in a team environment.

As of July 14, 2025, the step 1 rate for pay grade 25 will be $30.92 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position, Financial Manager I (Job Requisition #52838), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact [e-mail]
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.

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

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 two (2) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

Bachelor's degree in any discipline AND four (4) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

Associate's degree AND six (6) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

High School diploma AND eight (8) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

One year as a Financial Administrator III with the State of Vermont.

OR

Certification as a CPA.

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

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

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.