Financial Specialist III

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Land Use Review Board of the State of Vermont seeks a detail-oriented Financial Specialist III in Montpelier to manage accounting operations, purchasing, and internal controls. The role supports Act 250 administration and financial reporting for the Central Office team.

Ideal candidates will have strong analytical, communication and collaboration skills, plus experience with state accounting systems and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with accounting/financial records experience.
• Vocational/technical training in business, office administration or financial support with related experience.
• Associate degree in accounting or related field with relevant experience.
• Two years of college coursework in accounting or related field with experience.
• One year as Financial Specialist II with the State of Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Manages accounts payable and receivable transactions and records.
• Prepares vendor orders including equipment and supplies.
• Audits and reconciles transactions as necessary.
• Recommends, plans, installs, and refines financial management processes.
• Processes certification of construction costs for Act 250 projects.
• Assists with financial and asset inventory reporting.
• Assists with staff meeting coordination.
• Handles mail and general inquiries for the organization.

Skills

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training in business or financial support

Associate's degree in accounting or related field

Two years of college coursework in accounting or related field

Tools

VISION system (PeopleSoft)

Job description

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The Land Use Review Board is seeking an organized and dependable person to fill Financial Specialist III position in our Montpelier Office. This position involves administrative and accounting work in support of the Land Use Review Board and District Environmental Commissions. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical, communication and collaboration skills. Experience with the State's accounting systems, bulletins and accounting policies is preferred.

The Land Use Review Board is an independent entity in state government that oversees the administration of Act 250, Vermont's land use and development law. Act 250 was enacted by the Vermont legislature in 1970 to protect the environment in balance with sustainable development. In 2024, Act 250 was amended by Act 181, which seated a new 5-member, full-time professional board to modernize Act 250 to a location-based jurisdiction system. The law establishes standards and priorities for environmental and aesthetic protections and is responsible for helping Vermont retain its rural character, preserve the natural environment, and support the state's environmental diversity - which foster distinctive, attractive communities and a strong sense of place.

The Financial Specialist III works as a part of the Central Office team and is responsible for accounting operations, purchasing, implementing internal controls, and aids in financial reporting. Additionally, this position is a point of contact for general inquiries at the Board's Central Office.

The Financial Specialist III position also:

• Manages accounts payable and receivable transactions and records.
• Prepares orders from vendors, including equipment and supplies.
• Audits and reconciles transactions, as necessary.
• Recommends, plans, installs, reviews, and refines financial management processes and practices.
• Processes applications for certification of construction costs for Act 250 permitted projects.
• Assists with financial and asset inventory reporting.
• Assists with the coordination of staff meetings.
• Sends mail, receives mail, and assists with general inquires for the organization.

This position, Financial Specialist III (Job Requisition #55779), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.

OR

Completion of a vocational/technical training program in business, office administration, financial support or related area AND two (2) years or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.

OR

Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND one (1) year or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.

OR

Two years or more of full-time college coursework in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND one (1) year or more of experience in accounting, bookkeeping or technical level fiscal experience that involved the calculation, recording and maintenance of accounting or financial records.

OR

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

Special Requirements

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

Any person who has had a charge of abuse, neglect or exploitation substantiated against them is not eligible under the Vermont Veterans’ Home licensing requirements. Candidates, including current State employees seeking transfer, promotion, demotion, or persons exercising re-employment rights, must pass a fingerprint supported background investigation applicable to the position. Additionally, in accordance with Federal and State regulatory standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, Office of Inspector General exclusion database checks, motor vehicle driving record checks, and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates. Hiring managers will notify applicants who are in the final stage of the interview process of the fingerprinting and background check requirements, to which an applicant must agree to be deemed eligible for this position. Applicants will have the right to withdraw their applications before fingerprinting and/or a background investigation is conducted.

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: 12 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.