Fiscal Associate I

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

Start your Career at DOS! The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS range from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees and veterans. DOS offer numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government. For more information, please visit our website today! Summary Statement This is entry level fiscal associate work recording, reviewing, and processing financial transactions, records and documents in support of the State’s financial operations. Employees perform the full range of Essential Functions, completing routine and standardized assignments under close supervision.

Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Coursework, training and/or work experience in processing accounting, auditing or payroll transactions following applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Medical Billing such as processing, tracking and handling billing receipts,insurance claims or medical financial records.

Responsibilities

Reviews forms and source documents such as bills, receipts, invoices, claims, or service contracts to complete purchase orders; confirms accuracy, completeness, required documentation and approvals in compliance with applicable procedures, practices and standards.
Verifies or determines correct classification and coding of transactions.
Uses commercial and proprietary automated information systems and computer software to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve and report on data.
Uses standard formulas to perform and verify calculations; monitors balances and identifies and reports discrepancies.
Creates and maintains financial records, documents and files.
Prepares reports and summaries on the status of accounts or other financial data.
Participates in recommending changes to internal procedures, forms, or process enhancements.
Gathers and compiles data for higher-level staff.
Performs general office work and functions as assigned such as preparing correspondence and distributing documents.
May perform payroll entries and process payroll in automated information systems.
Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external customers and the public in person, electronically, or by written communication.
Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.