Fiscal Service Officer I

ATHENA Consulting; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Mass transportation benefit

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

ATHENA Consulting in Baltimore is seeking a Fiscal Services Officer I to assist in developing the Maryland State Highway Administration's (SHA) annual budget of $2 billion. The role involves monitoring expenditures, preparing reports, and collaborating with internal departments. The position demands strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial analysis.

Applicants should possess an Associate's degree in a related field and have experience in budgeting or governmental finance. The starting salary is $21.80 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or governmental finance is desirable.
• Proficient with financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the formulation and coordination of SHA's annual budget request.
• Monitor and analyze agency expenditures for fiscal accountability.
• Prepare financial and statistical reports for management review.

Skills

Strong analytical and quantitative skills

Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills

Knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Fiscal Services Officer I. The Fiscal Services Officer I will provide collaborative assistance in the formulation and development of the Maryland State Highway Administration's (SHA) $2.0 billion annual budget request. This position is responsible for monitoring and analyzing expenditures, performing financial analysis, preparing financial and statistical reports, and supporting various budget‑related activities. The incumbent will assist the Section Chief of Budget in developing and coordinating financial and analytical data used to summarize and justify budget requests for presentation to the Administrator and State Legislature. This full-time position starts at $21.80 per hour and is located in Baltimore, MD.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist in the formulation, development, and coordination of SHA's annual budget request.
• Monitor and analyze agency expenditures to ensure fiscal accountability and budget compliance.
• Perform financial analyses to support budget planning, forecasting, and decision‑making.
• Prepare financial, budgetary, and statistical reports for management review and legislative presentations.
• Assist in the development of financial and analytical data included in the Budget Briefing Book used for presentations to the Administrator and State Legislature.
• Analyze SHA financial information and identify trends, variances, and potential budget concerns.
• Review and monitor financial accounts for coding accuracy and identify miscoded transactions.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Compile, organize, and maintain budget and financial records.
• Support the Budget Section with special projects, research, and ad hoc financial analyses.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather budgetary and financial information.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance financial reporting and budget management practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of budgeting, financial analysis, and governmental accounting principles.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and present findings clearly and accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to prepare financial and statistical reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive financial information.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to operate general office equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge and skills preferred.
• Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, fiscal operations, or governmental finance is desirable.
• Experience working with financial reporting systems and large budget environments is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Standard hours of work 7:00 AM to 3:40 PM Monday to Friday.

SUCCESSFUL ATHENA EMPLOYEES WILL DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well‑versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable‑driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ATHENA INCLUDE:

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
• Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.
• 401(k) with a generous employer match.
• Easy to use employee self‑serve HR portal.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.