Financial Specialist I

Fairfax County • Fairfax, VA

390d • $58,530 - $97,549

About The Position

The Financial Specialist I position at Fairfax County Government is a full-time role within the Department of Family Services, focusing on financial management and compliance. The role involves supervising a small team, overseeing procurement card policy compliance, and managing complex accounting functions that support various state programs. The specialist will ensure adherence to federal, state, and county policies related to accounts payable and receivable, while also providing backup for significant monthly state revenue processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration with at least 6 credit hours in basic accounting principles.
• Four years of increasingly complex technical administrative experience in financial management or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Ability to interpret financial reports and policies, and analyze revenue and expenses.

Nice To Haves

• Considerable knowledge of Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable processes.
• Experience with governmental budgeting or accounting and financial management.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience managing billing and collections using various software systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory oversight and support for a small financial team managing the agency's procurement card program.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and county policies and procedures.
• Track and manage social security and child support refunds into the special welfare fund.
• Oversee the Gift Fund, Area Agency on Aging Fund, and Adult and Aging Fund.
• Apply all wires to the county's FOCUS system and process repayments for various state and local programs.
• Assist with the execution of the monthly state LASER billing process and provide backup coverage.
• Prepare financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with budget and procurement documents.
• Analyze cost, revenue, and operating expenses, and maintain special revenue/account funds.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree