Financial Administrator III
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Job Location:
Waterbury, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Financial Administrator III to join the Grants Management Unit. This position will be responsible for the financial management of the Emergency Management Performance Grant Emergency Operations Center Grant and the State Highway Safety grant programs. This will include activities such as preparing grant applications program financials federal drawdowns execution of subgrant agreements and amendments reviewing subrecipient reimbursements and general grant compliance.
Ideal candidates will possess strong computer and Excel skills excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with our subgrantees and Federal Agency partners. Knowledge of the States Peoplesoft VISION financial system is preferred but not required.
This position follows a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office. This allows our team in-person collaboration to build relationships share knowledge and work through challenges together while maintaining flexibility for remote work that supports focus and balance.
Who May Apply
This position Financial Administrator III (Job Requisition #53685) is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position please contact Melissa Austin at .
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records Personal History Credit and any additional background check(s).
Environmental Factors
Work is performed in a standard office setting.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in accounting AND one (1) year of accounting experience maintaining reviewing analyzing and accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards
OR
Associates degree in accounting business administration office administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional experience in accounting maintaining reviewing analyzing and accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards
OR
High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining reviewing and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.
OR
Two (2) year as a Financial Administrator II with the State of Vermont.
NOTE: CPA certificate is considered qualifying.
Preferred Qualifications
For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory experience.
Special Requirements
For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system)may be required.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity but its more than a paycheck. The States total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Financial Services
- Financial Models
- Account Management
- General Ledger Accounts
- ERP
- Payroll
- External Auditors
- Customer Relationships
- Credit Card
- Financial Statements
- Business Units
- Annual Budget
- Income
- New Clients
- Financial Management
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