FISCAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas•Conway, AR

2d•$43,088 - $63,770•Onsite

About The Position

The Fiscal Support Specialist provides entry-level fiscal support within a department or agency. This role focuses on performing routine accounting and fiscal tasks such as data entry, processing invoices, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports and budgets. The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Requirements

Knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to learn and apply fiscal processes and systems.
Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
A high school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

an associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Meets with all new admissions and ensures all necessary paperwork is completed and submitted to all internal and external parties (Medicaid and Social Security)
Coordinates with staff for the completion of eligibility paperwork.
Monitors Medicaid eligibility for all residences (Annual Renewals and updates spreadsheets)
Tracks and monitors social security and all other sources of benefits
Responsible for commercial accounts money management procedures, receipts, all money for all accounts (Gifts and Bequests, Incidental, Personal funds and Canteen)
Provides assistance to parents/guardians/outsource providers by telephone in person or mail.
Answers questions, reviews, and audits documents to ensure completion
Verifies codes, calculations and authorizations
Handles mail of residents, such as bills, insurance, requests from Social Security and Medicaid.
Contact person for Social Security for case reviews and requests for medical records.
Submit requests for residents personal funds allowance from their monthly benefits.
Back up Biller
Other duties as assigned.
Assist in processing invoices, payments, and financial records.
Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records.
Assist in the preparation of budget documentation and reports.
Review financial documents for accuracy and completeness.
Respond to basic fiscal inquiries and provide general support to fiscal staff.