FISCAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Job summary

The State of Arkansas Department of Human Services is seeking a Fiscal Support Specialist to perform entry-level fiscal tasks within DCFS Finance. Responsibilities include data entry, processing invoices, and assisting with budgets and financial reports.

This role supports a team of fiscal staff in maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely payments. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) and strong knowledge of accounting principles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing invoices, payments, and financial records.
• Data entry and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assist in preparing budget documentation and reports.
• Review financial documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to basic fiscal inquiries and provide general support to fiscal staff.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial management

Attention to detail

Fiscal processes

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in accounting/finance

Job description

Specific Skills:

The Fiscal Support Specialist is responsible for performing a wide variety of fiscal tasks that are standard or regular support duties within DCFS Finance. These duties include keying small order purchase requisitions and maintaining electronic files, goods receipting, reviewing and processing direct payment (such as process servers), and making payments using an agency procurement card. This position will also be responsible for processing Division cell phones and managing TRIPS reservations in addition to collecting the mail from the mailroom and warrants from AP.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Position Number: 22099870
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: September 16, 2026

Specific Skills:

The Fiscal Support Specialist is responsible for performing a wide variety of fiscal tasks that are standard or regular support duties within DCFS Finance. These duties include keying small order purchase requisitions and maintaining electronic files, goods receipting, reviewing and processing direct payment (such as process servers), and making payments using an agency procurement card. This position will also be responsible for processing Division cell phones and managing TRIPS reservations in addition to collecting the mail from the mailroom and warrants from AP.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Fiscal Support - Career-path
Classification: Fiscal Support Specialist
Class Code: FFS04P
Pay Grade: SGS04
Salary Range: $43,088 - $63,770

Job Summary

The Fiscal Support Specialist provides entry-level fiscal support within a department or agency. This role focuses on performing routine accounting and fiscal tasks such as data entry, processing invoices, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports and budgets.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in processing invoices, payments, and financial records. Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records. Assist in the preparation of budget documentation and reports. Review financial documents for accuracy and completeness. Respond to basic fiscal inquiries and provide general support to fiscal staff.

Knowledge And Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to learn and apply fiscal processes and systems. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.