Financial Director IV

The Agency of Human Services (AHS) seeks a Deputy to the Chief Financial Officer in overseeing the development and coordination of the highly complex AHS budget: $3.7 Billion unduplicated, $5.8 Billion with the Global Commitment double count. This position serves as a cross-agency liaison for all matters related to fiscal and budget. Ideal candidates should have relevant Business Office experience for the following functions: Payroll, Expense Reimbursement, Budget Preparation, Financial Monitoring, Cost Allocation, Grant Management and Reporting, Procurement, Contracting, Internal Controls, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.

This position, Financial Director IV (Job Requisition #52766), is listed as a STATE PROMOTIONAL ONLY posting. Only current State of Vermont employees who have successfully completed an original probationary period OR non-State employees eligible for veteran's preference are eligible to apply for this position. Your application will not be considered if you do not meet one of these requirements.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact tracy.oconnell@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.

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require extensive time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to attend public meetings and hearings and to testify before the Legislature. A wide diversity of opinion and emotions can be anticipated for which diplomacy and tact will be required.

Master's degree in accounting, business or public administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience including managing a major fiscal program or operation.

OR

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 seven (7) years of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included managing a major fiscal program or operation.

OR

Three (3) years or more as a Financial Director III with the State of Vermont.

1) For some positions experience working with VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required. 2) Preference may be given to applicants with experience managing large fiscal operations. 3) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or other specific degree program. 4) For some positions preference may be given to applicants with a CPA (or similar certification).

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: 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

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