FISCAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

State of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

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.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.

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

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or a health-related field.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• 2 years' experience in providing customer service.
• Experience in behavioral health setting.
• Experience with payroll, timekeeping, and\or AASIS.
• Experience working in electronic health records.
• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Occasional work outside of standard business hours and call may be required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• pension
• maternity leave
• paid state holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees