IDOC - Financial Specialist
IDOC - Financial SpecialistPosting Begin Date: 2024/09/06Posting End Date: 2024/09/20Category: CorrectionsSub Category: ProfessionalWork Type: Full TimeLocation: Boise, ID, United StatesMinimum Salary: 24.27Maximum Salary: 26.70Pay Rate Type: HourlyDescriptionState of Idaho OpportunityApplications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. Summary:The Idaho Department of Correction is currently accepting applications for a Financial Specialist. This position will perform various professional financial duties requiring application of accounting, auditing, and/or budgeting theory, principles, and practices.Responsibilities:
Manage accounts payable/accounts receivable.
Prepare, analyze, and/or audit financial records and documents, accounting systems, financial statements, work papers, budgets, tax and payroll records, and other related documents using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Prepare reports of findings, conclusions, or recommendations.
Participate in the design, modification, and implementation of financial-related systems.
Research and analyze data for accuracy, trends, and variances to ensure acceptable business practices and procedures have been followed for compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
Analyze technical financial problems and provide professional assistance and advice concerning their solutions.
Analyze, research, and maintain financial data and develop financial documents/reports, including P-cards, administration and bond fund.
Assist with travel arrangement for staff and commissioners.
Minimum Qualifications:
Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Typically gained by an Associate degree in Accounting AND at least two years of professional work experience as an accountant, or equivalent; OR at least four years of professional work experience as an accountant, or equivalent, applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience preparing financial reports, performing expenditure analysis, and performing reconciliations
Experience working with accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
Experience communicating financial information to management
Experience with State accounting systems Experience with spreadsheet software.
Benefits:The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html 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[emailprotected] Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.