Financial Manager II (Limited Service)

This position, Financial Manager II – limited service – ( Job Opening #621138) , is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Aaron.brodeur@vermont.gov .

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.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Overview

This is a limited service position funded through 12/31/17, which may be extended.

This position will require familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as promulgated by the Government Accounting Standards Board and the Financial Accounting Standards Board. Familiarity with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards and AICPA auditing standards would also be beneficial.

The position will require in-depth knowledge of the OMB Uniform Guidance, the COSO Internal Control Integrated Framework Principles and US Department of Health and Human Services rules and regulations applicable to grants and contracts. An in-depth knowledge of Vermont Administrative Bulletins 3.5 and 5.0 as well as applicable State statutes, rules and regulations will be necessary for successful performance of the position.

This position works as an integral member of the Business Office grant and contracts administration team and may work with the AHS Central Office staff, the State’s external auditor and DVHA contract and grant recipients as necessary.

Typical job duties include working with the grants and contracts administration team to review documents for compliance prior to approval by DVHA leadership; reviewing the financial records of contractors and grantees for compliance with applicable cost principles and reporting standards after approval; recommending corrective actions to mitigate internal control deficiencies found through on-site monitoring or desk audits; and working with DVHA sub-recipients to successfully implement any corrective action plans required due to single audit or monitoring findings. Providing training to sub-recipients regarding US Department of Health and Human Services general grant and contract financial regulations may also be expected.

Other duties will include: working with the AHS Central Office’s Internal Audit group to implement corrective action if deficiencies in the DVHA Business Office’s internal controls are found; working with the Business Office to resolve any single audit findings relevant to the DVHA Business Office and working with AHS Central Office staff to ensure proper financial budgeting, monitoring and reporting of DVHA projects to the appropriate State and Federal agencies.

Successful applicants should have experience working in a team environment; a willingness to learn and train others; a commitment to ethical standards and a positive customer service perspective toward DVHA sub-recipients. Experience with systems analysis; procedure documentation; technical training; data analysis; Federal grant and contract standards and the financial accounting cycle are essential.

Please provide the answers to the following questions in your cover letter:

Seeking experience with:
Do you have a working knowledge of the OMB Uniform Guidance?

Are you familiar with the COSO Internal Control Framework?

Do you have experience drafting, implementing and monitoring corrective action wtih regard to a Federal single audit?

Are you familiar with Vermont Administrative Bulletins 3.5 and 5.0?

Do you have experience administering State and Federal financial compliance standards?

To read the full job specification for this position, please visit the DHR Job Specifications page.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting AND two (2) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline AND four (4) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

Associate’s degree AND six (6) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

High School diploma AND eight (8) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.

OR

One year as a Financial Manager I with the State of Vermont.

OR

Certification as a CPA.

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 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

Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families

Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan

Work/Life balance: Flexible schedules, 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan

Low cost group life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive-based Wellness Program

Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.