Financial Specialist - Division of Fiscal Operations - CF742

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Hanover, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) has recently moved to a new, state-of-the-art facility in Hanover County, housing various divisions including the Central Laboratory and Administrative Offices. DFS is seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and detail-oriented Financial Specialist to join its Finance team. This role is an opportunity to launch or advance a career in finance within a supportive, mission-driven organization that values professional growth, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The primary responsibility of this position is to complete all aspects of the annual Agency Risk Management and Internal Control Standards (ARMICS) requirements, as mandated by the Department of Accounts. The specialist will also ensure thorough documentation of Finance processes, recommend internal control improvements, and enhance efficiency across financial operations. Additionally, the role involves supporting core financial functions such as monthly financial reconciliations, processing accounts payable and employee reimbursements, assisting with fixed asset recording and control, and providing periodic backup to other Finance team members. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, capable of independent and collaborative work, possesses strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and effective communication skills.

Requirements

• Demonstrated work experience assessing and testing internal controls
• Experience documenting processes and making recommendations for improvement
• Knowledge and experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable principles and best practices
• Experience providing excellent customer service
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, to include Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook, and automated financial systems
• Ability to resolve issues and make independent logical decisions and recommendations in a complex operational environment
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting rigid deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of staff and management

Nice To Haves

• Experience working for the Commonwealth of Virginia in an accounting or auditing position
• Working knowledge of the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual
• Experience performing ARMICS requirements for a state government agency or SOX requirements for a public company
• Proficiency with Cardinal Financials, the Commonwealth’s Accounting System

Responsibilities

• Take primary responsibility for completing all aspects of the annual Agency Risk Management and Internal Control Standards (ARMICS) requirements, as mandated by the Department of Accounts
• Ensure that all Finance processes are thoroughly and accurately documented
• Make recommendations to strengthen internal controls and improve efficiency across financial operations
• Support a variety of core financial functions, including performing monthly financial reconciliations
• Process accounts payable and employee reimbursements
• Assist with fixed asset recording and control
• Serve as periodic backup to other members of the Finance team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees