Financial Administrator II

State of Vermont • Waterbury, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is recruiting for a forward-thinking and dynamic individual to fill the role of Financial Administrator II in our fast-paced Central Business Office. This position will be the lead for the Incarcerated Commissary and Banking system currently used by DOC to administer all financial transactions for Incarcerated Individuals. In addition, this position will be a lead expense coordinator for the department and our Purchasing Card Program. The Financial Administrator II will also complete transactions related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger. Critical tasks associated with this position include daily banking reporting of the Incarcerated Trust Account, Lockbox and Pass-Through accounts, expense report approvals, . This position must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the department.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory experience.
• For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead for the Incarcerated Commissary and Banking system
• Administer all financial transactions for Incarcerated Individuals
• Lead expense coordinator for the department and our Purchasing Card Program
• Complete transactions related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger
• Daily banking reporting of the Incarcerated Trust Account, Lockbox and Pass-Through accounts
• Expense report approvals

Benefits

• 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: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level