Financial Programs Trainee

Salary $46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60166-08180 Department Executive Offices Division EX OB BCPO Pay Acctg Opening Date 10/13/2026 Closing Date 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 08180 Position Number 00085564 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST05 Bureau / Division Code 00815814 Bureau / Division Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations Worksite Address 555 Walnut Street, Forum Place, 9th Floor City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17101 Contact Name Mindi Klinger Contact Phone 717.214.3871 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Are you ready to refine your skills accounting skills while beginning a rewarding career that provides critical services for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? Apply to be Financial Programs Trainee with the Bureau of Commonwealth Payroll Operations (BCPO), Payroll/Travel Advancements and Accounts Receivables Section. This is a year-long trainee position that prepares you to perform professional payroll accounting functions to manage employee generated debts to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from salary and travel advancements. Sharp analytical skills, independent decision making, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple shifting priorities while working cohesively with a team are vital within this role and will be further developed during the training period. You will also receive extensive training to develop a thorough knowledge of the human resource (HR)/Payroll and Finance Systems in systems, applications, and products (SAP) and associated software. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position is trained to process claims, receivables, record adjustments, collections, and other functions related to employee generated debts to the Commonwealth. It also focuses on auditing, processing, and accounting for salary and travel advancements and remittances. As a Financial Programs Trainee, you will learn and perform the following duties: 1. Receivables Processing: Review and audit salary claims/receivables, post and verify data, and make appropriate corrections and adjustments as needed 2. Overpayment Collection: Coordinate the collection of monies owed by employees for a variety of reasons; record all incoming checks and remittances 3. Account Maintenance: Ensure advance checks are issued correctly, complete the monthly bank reconciliation process, and resolve issues with checks or deposits 4. Detail Analysis: Review incoming checks, requests, inquiries, and other related matters to ensure that the correct processes and procedures are followed 5. Communication: Prepare, review, and send correspondence to employees and agency partners and provide technical guidance 6. Agency Coordination: Work with internal sections, human resource offices, banks, and other partners to support smooth financial operations Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Alternate Work Schedules (AWS) available upon completion of probationary period. 3. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 4. **Salary:**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 5. You will receive further communication regarding t is position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. Four years of experience in bookkeeping work which included twelve (12) credits in accounting; or 2. A Bachelor's Degree including twelve (12) credits in accounting; or 3. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes twelve (12) credits in accounting. 4. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three (3) months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements: 1. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: 1. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.