Financial Manager I

Vermont; Montpelier (VT); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont is seeking a Financial Manager I to oversee the financial operations of the Auditor's Office. This role includes responsibilities such as processing accounts, budgeting, and financial analysis, requiring a strong background in accounting. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields with relevant experience. The position is mainly remote.

Benefits

80% state paid medical premium

11 paid holidays annually

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Two years or more of professional accounting experience.
• Experience managing funding sources or staff.
• Experience with the VISION system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Conduct annual financial cycle tasks including budgeting.
• Generate time-and-labor reports.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting

Fiscal Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Certification as a CPA

Job description

Overview

The State Auditor is a state-wide elected official with the authority to examine all State spending and the activities of all State agencies. Given the small size of the Auditor's Office, the Financial Manager handles all aspects of the office's business and financial operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Conducting annual tasks related to the State's financial cycle, including budgeting and year-end close
• Determining the amounts owed and billing State agencies for the internal service fund that supports the office's budget
• Purchasing and contract tracking
• Review of financial procedures
• Generating time-and-labor reports for audit managers
• Serving as the office contact for Statewide operational initiatives such as VTBuys

At this time, the Financial Manager is anticipated to work remotely, though a workspace can be identified if desired. Please visit this site for more information about the Office of the Vermont State Auditor.

Who May Apply

This position, Financial Manager I (#52814), is listed as a STATE PROMOTIONAL ONLY posting. Only current State of Vermont employees who have successfully completed an original probationary period OR non-State employees eligible for veteran's preference are eligible to apply for this position. Your application will not be considered if you do not meet one of these requirements.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Tim Ashe at [e-mail].
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 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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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.