Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Adobe Product Family, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Practices, Change Requests/Orders, Consumer Protection, Data Collection, Establish Priorities, Federal Grants, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Administration, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Financial Statements, IBM Cognos, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Audit, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Professional License, Public Safety, Regulations, State Laws and Regulations, Student Loans, Systems Maintenance, Time Management, Trend Analysis
State of Idaho Opportunity
Financial Specialist Senior
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
About the Agency: The Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses provides consumer protection and public safety through its regulation of more than 250,000 licensees within more than 44 Boards and Commissions here in the great State of Idaho.
To learn more about the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, please visit our website at: dopl.idaho.gov
This Financial Specialist, Senior position is a great opportunity for a professional who's looking to provide consumer protection and public safety for all Idahoans.
Example of Duties:
- Develop and review financial statements and payroll reports using the State's LUMA enterprise reporting system.
- Incumbents use their professional background to assist in the development of budgets and preparation of other financial documents.
- Evaluate complex financial issues and offer expert guidance and solutions to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain accounting systems, plan, and review financial operations, and manage difficult or confidential financial matters.
- Investigate and assess financial documents and other transactions to guarantee adherence to federal and state laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
- Utilize internal resources to resolve financial challenges and assist in drafting responses to inquiries from legislators and other external stakeholders.
- Identify trends using research and analysis for use in reporting and for recommending changes to business practices.
- This position will be required to perform all fiscal support functions such as but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, interagency payments, budget change requests, year-end closing packages and other fiscal or administrative duties as assigned.
- Assist with Federal Grant analysis.
Minimum Qualifications
Good knowledge of:
- Accounting principles and practices.
Experience:
- Developing and preparing financial documents.
- Using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data.
- Analyzing financial activities and recommending management action.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience researching and analyzing financial documents to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations and accounting principles.
- Experience in preparation of financial statements.
- Good knowledge of Luma software, including Cognos Enterprise Reporting.
- Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Adobe Pro.
- Resourceful, self-starter with the ability to network with others to gather information and prioritize shifting deadlines.
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION!
We have the one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start.
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $70/month for medical and vision & $12.00/month for dental
- Paid parental leave
- Multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
- Basic life insurance for employee and family
- Wellness programs
- Ongoing training opportunities
- An opportunity for student loan forgiveness
- And more!
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) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.