Financial Administrator III

State of Vermont • Calais, VT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Services Division of Vermont’s Agency of Administration is seeking a Financial Administrator III. The division provides comprehensive financial accounting and budgetary services to 16 of the State’s largest departments, boards, commissions, and offices, as well as financial consulting for statewide initiatives such as Workday Enterprise Resource Planning and the VTBuys purchasing system.

This high-level accounting position requires experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing. Experience with VISION or another accounting system is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate can work independently and has excellent written and oral communication skills, with an emphasis on customer service. The role is performed in a standard office setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and one year of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing, analyzing, and accounting for financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards; OR an associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, office administration, or a related field and four years of relevant professional accounting experience; OR a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of relevant professional accounting experience; OR two years as a Financial Administrator II with the State of Vermont.
• A CPA certificate is considered qualifying.
• Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an emphasis on customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with VISION or another accounting system.
• Supervisory experience may be preferred for some positions.

Benefits

• 80% of the medical premium paid by the State and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State-paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined-benefit pension plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based wellness program
• Eligibility as a qualified employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

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