Senior Financial Advisor - Public Service Coordinator I

Department of Defense, Veterans, and Emergency Management; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management is seeking a senior fiscal professional to serve as a key financial advisor to department leadership. You will oversee budgeting, financial analysis, GAAP compliance, and grants administration to ensure sound government finances.

As the department's top fiscal resource, you will guide offices, manage fiscal operations, and help develop practical solutions.

Qualifications

• Advanced education, training, and/or experience in cost/benefit and financial analysis.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with leaders, staff, and external partners.
• Preference for Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on budgets, financial trends, funding constraints, fiscal risks and impacts.
• Apply GAAP, GAS, state policy, and federal requirements to accounting and reporting.
• Lead budget and financial analyses including revisions, forecasting, variance analysis, and fiscal impact reviews.
• Provide guidance on complex accounting, budgeting, grants, and financial issues.
• Ensure continuity of financial operations in absence of personnel.
• Coordinate across offices to resolve fiscal issues and improve processes.
• Review vendor payments, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and asset accounting for accuracy and compliance.
• Track program results and provide financial analyses to leadership.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

GAAP

GAS

Accounting principles

Communication

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department of Defense, Veterans' and Emergency Management Job Class Code: CA28 Grade: 28 (Confidential) Salary: $69,180.80 - $98,280.00/Annually Location: Augusta, ME Opening Date: September 24, 2026 Closing Date: October 8, 2026 Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

For an experienced financial professional, the work is rarely just about the numbers. It's about understanding what those numbers mean, anticipating what comes next, and helping ensure the organization is financially sound. The Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management (DVEM) is seeking a senior fiscal professional to serve as a key financial advisor to department leadership and a trusted resource to offices and bureaus across the department. As DVEM's most senior fiscal and financial resource, this position provides department-wide expertise and financial leadership in budgeting, financial analysis, governmental accounting, grants, internal controls, and fiscal operations. The position works closely with leadership and staff across the department to understand financial issues, identify risks and opportunities, and develop practical solutions. Also, it ensures the department has the financial practices and information necessary to carry out its responsibilities sustainably. In addition to technical financial expertise, the successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to move comfortably between senior leadership and the day‑to‑day fiscal needs of offices and bureaus across the department.

What You'll Do

• Advise department leadership on budgets, financial trends, funding constraints, fiscal risks, and the financial and operational impacts of decisions.
• Apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards (GAS), state fiscal policy, and applicable federal requirements to department accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Lead and support budget and financial analysis, including budget development, revisions, expenditure forecasting, revenue projections, variance analysis, and fiscal impact reviews.
• Serve as the department's senior fiscal resource, providing guidance and oversight on complex accounting, budgeting, grants, and financial issues.
• Provide continuity of financial operations in absence of personnel.
• Work across offices and bureaus to understand needs, resolve fiscal issues, improve processes, and provide clear guidance to staff and leaders.
• Provide technical and functional oversight to fiscal staff, including review of work products, training, troubleshooting, and guidance on complex items; providing continuity of financial operations in absence of personnel.
• Review and process vendor payments, accounting reconciliations, financial analysis and reporting, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and fixed asset accounting for accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.
• Act as the primary source of information regarding programs and financial structures of DVEM and track projected program results.
• Support state and federal grants, including accounting, reimbursements, matching requirements, cost allocation, reporting, and close‑out.
• Coordinate audits and corrective actions, including responses, documentation, and resolution of findings.
• Strengthen financial operations by developing internal controls, procedures, desk guides, and continuity plans.
• Monitor legislative activity affecting DVEM finances and prepare fiscal analyses, fiscal notes, and leadership briefings and other materials.
• Apply applicable accounting standards, state fiscal policies, and federal requirements to ensure accurate, compliant, and well‑documented financial operations.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Analyze complex financial information and identify trends, risks, options, and impacts.
• Apply accounting, budgeting, and fiscal principles to organizational and programmatic decisions.
• Exercise sound judgment when addressing complex or sensitive fiscal matters.
• Communicate financial information clearly to both fiscal and non‑fiscal audiences.
• Build effective working relationships with senior leaders, bureau and office staff, auditors, and external partners.
• See the big picture while understanding the details and connect financial decisions to organizational priorities.
• Provide technical guidance and influence decisions through expertise, collaboration, and sound recommendations.
• Manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced education, training, and/or experience in cost/benefit and financial analysis and an understanding of fiscal program management and accounting principles.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate competency in building effective relationships and collaborating with leaders, staff, and external partners.
• Preference may be given to candidates with a Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or closely related field.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"— as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.

We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee‑only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee‑only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee‑only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre‑tax to help pay for out‑of‑pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty‑two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre‑tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full‑time.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.