UI Financial Services Officer UI Professional V

State of Maryland; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

Hybrid teleworking

Paid holidays

Generous leave package

State pension

Health and dental plans

Retirement savings plans

Education assistance

Zusammenfassung

Maryland Department of Labor seeks a Financial Budget Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the Division of Unemployment Insurance. The role emphasizes accuracy, fiscal policy compliance, and coordination of grants and funds across state and federal accounts.

The position requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to provide technical guidance to managers and staff while ensuring efficient financial operations and adherence to state

Qualifikationen

• Eight years of experience in a public or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or four years in administrative staff or professional work plus four years in related eligibility determination or claims processing.
• Bachelor's degree substitution options allow 4 years of experience in lieu of the degree; graduate-level education may count towards experience.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and submit Budget Submissions to DBM with accuracy.
• Serve as a point of contact for fiscal inquiries for program teams.
• Provide fiscal guidance to managers and staff to ensure compliance.
• Review RFPs and MOUs for alignment with funding guidelines and provide feedback.
• Review credit card reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.
• Approve requisitions meeting necessary criteria for processing.
• Assist with final cost allocation plan reviews.
• Support FMIS closeout and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Review RJM and maintain accuracy in financial reporting; adjust journals as needed.
• Prepare journal entries for NPS, indirect and grant draws with proper documentation.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

FMIS

RJM

Jobbeschreibung

The Maryland Department of Labor is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and motivated Financial Budget Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will support the department's financial planning and budget operations through the analysis, development, monitoring, and evaluation of agency budgets and expenditures. This position is responsible for reviewing financial data, monitoring budget performance, identifying spending trends and variances, and preparing reports and recommendations to support sound fiscal decision-making. The Financial Budget Analyst plays an important role in promoting fiscal accountability, ensuring compliance with state budgetary policies and procedures, and supporting the effective and responsible use of public funds. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and effective financial management. All qualified candidates will be eligible to fill current and future vacancies within this classification for up to one year.

GRADE

STD0016

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

Under the guidance of the Director of Finance & Support Services for the Division of Unemployment, this position plays a key role in assisting with the accounting and financial reporting functions for the Maryland Department of Labor. The primary responsibility of this position is to support the smooth operation of the budget and fiscal functions within the Division of Unemployment Insurance. This includes assisting in the implementation, review, and maintenance of fiscal policies and procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy. In this role, you will help oversee the accounting and reporting for state, federal, and special funds, providing support in areas such as general accounting, cash management, financial forecasting, and grant management. You will also assist with time distribution, accounts payable, and other financial operations, helping to ensure that all processes are efficient, accurate, and aligned with departmental and state guidelines.

POSITION DUTIES

This position duties consist of but is not limited to:

• Assist in preparing and submitting Budget Submissions to DBM, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Serve as a point of contact for fiscal-related inquiries and support for program teams.
• Provide fiscal technical assistance and guidance to managers, senior staff, directors, and grantees to ensure compliance and clarity.
• Assist in reviewing RFPs and MOUs for alignment with funding guidelines and provide feedback for compliance Review and approve credit card reconciliations, verifying the accuracy and completeness of all transactions
• Assist with approving requisitions, ensuring they meet all necessary criteria for processing
• Assist management with the final review of the cost allocation plan
• Assist with reviewing and processing FMIS closeout, ensuring accurate financial reporting
• Review and provide assistance with the Resource Justification Model (RJM), ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. Review Expenditures Accrual Journal Entries and assist with any necessary adjustments.
• Create training materials and assist the Training Team with training sessions.
• Support the coordination of special Projects, ensuring fiscal processes are in place and assist in project-related tasks. Prepare journal entries for NPS, Indirect, and grant draws, ensuring all supporting documentation is accurate.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Eight years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program OR four years of experience in administrative staff or professional staff work and an additional four years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of experience in a public/or private agency rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program, or an insurance claims processing and fraud investigations program OR four years of experience in administrative staff or professional staff work for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience.

Selective Qualifications

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Must have three (3) years of experience collecting debt in a public or private company.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Must have experience in providing customer service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Special Requirements

Personnel employed in this classification will have access to federal tax information and must undergo a state and FBI criminal background check as a condition of employment. All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MD Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

• Employees in this classification are required to travel to multiple locations within their assigned territory.
• Employees in this classification are provided and required to use a laptop computer.

Benefits

• Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking
• Paid holidays 12-13 per year
• Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
• State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)
• Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
• Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
• Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
• State Employees Credit Union

The MD State Application Form can be found online Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.