Fairfax County Government
Financial Specialist II
Fairfax County Government, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Job AnnouncementWorks as part of the financial management team supporting the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) and works closely with senior department and fiscal management, as well as local, federal, and state staff. Performs quantitative analysis of program budgets, mandates, multi-jurisdictional fiscal plans and performance measures, as well as program and impact analysis. Participates with the preparation of budget reviews, including forecasting, trend analysis, and monitoring relevant policies and governing regulations and estimating the potential fiscal and policy impacts on programs. Reconciles monthly postings and makes necessary journal entries. Reviews and approves procurement and other encumbrances and payments. Ensures compliance with county, state, and federal policies, regulations, grant, and audit requirements. Successfully resolves problems in a team-based environment and balances multiple priorities and tasks to meet established deadlines. T he position is located at the Pennino building, 12011 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax.
Note:
To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video "CSB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Providing Care."
Illustrative Duties(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations;Plans, organizes and participates in the reconciliation of funds;Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects;Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts;Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities( The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles;Ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial reports and statements;Ability to develop and apply budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies.
Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED
:Not applicable.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire.Certain positions with financial responsibility within this class may be subject to credit checks as a condition of employment and periodically thereafter, as determined by the department head.
Applicants and employees within these positions must demonstrate financial responsibility in personal finances as a condition of employment.This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :Strong analytical, computer, oral and written communications skills, as well as experience with governmental budgeting, accounting, procurement, and financial management, program support, and policy analysis. Degree and/or experience in finance, accounting, public administration, public management, managing multiple funding streams, and monitoring and projecting revenues and expenditures. Considerable experience using Microsoft Office Suite computer software, particularly Excel; and governmental accounting and financial systems.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :Job is generally sedentary in nature. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to use a personal computer, including keyboard and mouse, and read a computer monitor.
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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Note:
To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video "CSB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Providing Care."
Illustrative Duties(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)
Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations;Plans, organizes and participates in the reconciliation of funds;Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects;Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts;Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities( The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles;Ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial reports and statements;Ability to develop and apply budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies.
Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED
:Not applicable.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire.Certain positions with financial responsibility within this class may be subject to credit checks as a condition of employment and periodically thereafter, as determined by the department head.
Applicants and employees within these positions must demonstrate financial responsibility in personal finances as a condition of employment.This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :Strong analytical, computer, oral and written communications skills, as well as experience with governmental budgeting, accounting, procurement, and financial management, program support, and policy analysis. Degree and/or experience in finance, accounting, public administration, public management, managing multiple funding streams, and monitoring and projecting revenues and expenditures. Considerable experience using Microsoft Office Suite computer software, particularly Excel; and governmental accounting and financial systems.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :Job is generally sedentary in nature. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to use a personal computer, including keyboard and mouse, and read a computer monitor.
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.
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