Job Details

Financial Specialist

The Division of Financial Management (DFM) is part of the Executive Office of the Governor. Its primary function is to assist the Governor in his duties as the Chief Budget Officer of the State. DFM works closely with the rest of state government to provide fiscal and policy guidance, oversight, and management services on behalf of the Governor. The agency is seeking a Financial Specialist to join the team.

Summary

To perform various professional financial duties requiring application of accounting, auditing, and/or budgeting theory, principles, and practices; perform related work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and/or audit financial records and documents, accounting systems, financial statements, work papers, budgets, tax and payroll records, and other related documents.
• Prepare reports of findings, conclusions, or recommendations.
• Participate in or design, modify, and implement financial-related systems.
• Research and analyze data for accuracy, trends, and variances to ensure acceptable business practices and procedures have been followed and for compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Analyze, research, and maintain financial data and develop financial documents/reports.
• Communicate effectively with internal staff, other state agency staff, and the public.
• Apply governmental accounting principles to the creation of financial and accounting transactions including auditing and reconciling accounts.
• Interpret, apply, and explain regulations, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to operate standard office machines and equipment used in work assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

Good knowledge of: Accounting principles and practices Typically gained by the successful completion of an Associate's degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or another closely related field PLUS at least two (2) years of work experience in accounting applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); OR at least four (4) years of experience in the area listed above.

Special Notification

This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

Recruitment Contact

Questions about the position or application process can be directed to Claire Churchill, Human Resource Business Partner II.

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement.
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility.
• Employee assistance program.

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here:

EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) ###-#### (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.