Fiscal Advisor V

DelDOT; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DelDOT is seeking a collaborative and experienced professional to oversee the fiscal and business operations within the Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs. This senior leadership role requires proficiency in financial management and the ability to direct and manage budgetary processes effectively.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in financial analysis and resolution of fiscal issues, ensuring compliance and excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. If you are ready to make a difference in state government, apply today!

Qualifications

• Four-year experience in compiling and analyzing financial data.
• Two-year experience in analyzing financial problems and advising management.
• Coursework or experience in budget management and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage financial operations and guide fiscal staff.
• Compile financial reports and statements for budget planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budget management

Data analysis

Customer service

Job description

Introduction

Start your career at DOS!

The Department of State’s responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture, and quality‑of‑life issues. Our mission at DOS ranges from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees, and veterans. DOS offers numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government. For more information, please visit our website today!

The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs serves Delaware residents and visitors by identifying, preserving, and interpreting Delaware history. Our activities foster strong communities, engaged citizens, economic vitality, and a deeper understanding of Delaware’s role in world history. We do this in public trust for current and future generations. For more information regarding the Historical and Cultural Affairs please visit https://history.delaware.gov/

Summary Statement

The Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs (HCA) seeks a collaborative, strategic, and experienced professional to serve in a senior leadership role overseeing the division’s fiscal and business operations. This position ensures that the division’s mission, vision, and values are effectively reflected in all financial and administrative functions. The incumbent will direct and manage the division’s fiscal operations utilizing First State Financials (FSF) and will work with the Director and management team to provide technical expertise and guidance on budgetary, financial management, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities include reviewing and analyzing financial transitions, identifying and resolving fiscal issues, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures. While overseeing administrative and fiscal staff, this position plays a key role in supporting sound financial stewardship, operational effectiveness, and strategic decision making across the division.

Essential Functions

• Reviews and analyzes financial transactions and records to determine accuracy and monitors adherence to agency budget, applicable agreements, grants or contracts, and state or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Reconciles and consolidates data to the general ledger from journals, records, and documents; prepares trial balances, makes corrections, updates, and adjustments to bring funds into balance, and maintains an audit trail.
• Reviews financial transaction classifications and codes to ensure accuracy and recommends changes.
• Maintains internal controls and applies accounting principles, practices, and standards.
• Provides advice and technical guidance on matters in assigned fiscal functions.
• Compiles, analyzes, and prepares a variety of statements and reports of financial health used in financial, budget, and personnel planning.
• Researches and provides data, reports, and documentation to state, federal, and independent auditors and other requests for financial information.
• Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to research, review, evaluate, and report on financial data.
• Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
• May be responsible for purchasing, disbursement, and inventory of equipment and supplies.

Job Requirements

• Four‑year experience in compiling, analyzing, and reporting on financial data to ensure effective and efficient accounting of funds or to make projections for financial planning.
• Two‑year experience in analyzing financial problems, developing alternatives, recommending, and advising management on solutions.
• Coursework, training, and/or work experience in budget management and control such as managing a budget for the purpose of keeping expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and available revenue and maintaining, monitoring, projecting, and controlling a budget within set policies and procedures.
• Coursework, training, and/or work experience in staff supervision, which may include performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire’s Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training, and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title, and job duties. For education and training, list the name of the educational provider, training course titles, and a summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application, including your employment, education, and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application online, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739‑5458 or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.