Financial Administrator II

Overview

Based out of Camp Johnson in Colchester, VT, the State of Vermont Military Department works hand-in-hand with the Vermont National Guard to perform a wide variety of activities through federally reimbursable Cooperative Agreements. The Military Department is seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Financial Administrator II to join its small but mighty Business Office and to help manage the fiscal operations of these programs. This position provides an excellent opportunity to learn the full scope of what the Military Department does, and how it helps to support the Vermont National Guard and State of Vermont as a whole.

This position will work closely with both State and Federal personnel to oversee various areas of up to 19 federal programs. Duties will include reconciling payroll and expenditures, preparing federal reimbursement requests, monitoring program budgets, future cost projections, tracking periods of performance, federal financial reporting, and more. The incumbent will gain a vast understanding of state policy and federal regulations to ensure compliance is achieved in all areas.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be well organized and excel both independently and in a team environment. They will also possess strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies, recognize when processes or results are incorrect, and proactively investigate issues before they escalate. Intermediate proficiency in Excel, particularly with tables, pivot tables, and formulas, is a must. Prior experience with federal grants or cooperative agreement is a plus.

Who May Apply

This position, Financial Administrator II (Job Requisition #56041), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact [email protected].

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) 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 years of full-time college coursework OR an Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND three (3) 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

Bachelor's degree in accounting AND one (1) year 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

One (1) year or more as a Financial Administrator I with the State of Vermont.

OR

Certification as a CPA.

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.

Incumbents of this job are issued a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC), which is issued only upon passing a federal background check (Tier 1) including a fingerprint-supported criminal record check. Candidates must obtain the CAC for successful completion of original probation. Possession of the CAC is a condition of employment. Additionally, Incumbents of this job may be required to view and access classified information, therefore a favorably adjudicated (Tier 3) Secret Clearance may be required.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's 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: 12 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

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.