Budget Support Specialist

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

5d•$40,071 - $60,107•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to support the Department’s financial operations. The position helps ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain accounting and budget data, and support compliance with applicable budgetary guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, an understanding of financial and accounting processes, and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies while providing technical support to staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a college or university, or professional experience in statistical analysis, accounting, auditing, planning, or a related field substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
One year of professional experience in statistical analysis, accounting, auditing, planning, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze federal and state grant expenditures and revenues.
Maintain and monitor eMARS accounting system components.
Review financial, accounts payable, and travel documents for grant-related expenditures.
Identify, research, and correct accounting errors.
Prepare required financial and grant reports.
Assist field staff, co-workers, and Federal Aid Coordinators with accounting and fiscal questions.
Process grant reporting requirements and ensure timely reimbursement requests.

Benefits

37.5-hour work week, with occasional overtime required
Paid sick and vacation time
Paid holidays
Overtime and compensatory time
Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
Life insurance
Retirement
Wellness incentives program
Training and career development opportunities
Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
Employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events and entertainment, and services and education