Title: Financial Analyst #00079

State Role Title: Financial Services Spec II

Hiring Range: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Human Resource Mgt

Location: Dept of Human Resource Mgmt

Agency Website: www.dhrm.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Human Resource Management’s Finance and Administration office is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Financial Analyst. In this role, the position is responsible for analyzing the accounting and financial needs of the programs operated by the agency, including the financial reporting, analysis, and control functions; accounting, budgeting, and cash control systems; payments, receipts, and data reporting between DHRM and outside entities. The position is also responsible for providing financial assistance and training to agency staff, updating policies and procedures, and responding/coordinating with auditors. The position serves as a backup to the Fiscal Officer approving transactions, among other duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive experience and the ability to complete financial reconciliations; Considerable knowledge of benefits accounting, with emphasis on insurance/claims and their impact on IBNR; Demonstrated ability to complete financial statements monthly and annually in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and in accordance with fiscal year end close requirements and directives; Knowledge of accounts receivable and budgeting and preparing reports to include making recommendations for improvements; Strong personal computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, accounting software; Considerable knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Demonstrated ability to analyze and audit data; Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret financial analysis; Strong interpersonal skills and ability to respond to inquiries in a timely manner and ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. High School Graduate or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

Experience in state accounting; Experience using the Cardinal Accounting System and Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number of the fax cover sheet. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority.

“The Department of Human Resource Management is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.”

Equal Opportunity Employer

Department of Human Resource Management
600 East Main Street, 14th Floor
Richmond, Virginia 23219
(804) 225-2131

Contact Information

Name: Derek Mountford

Phone: 804-292-6417

Email: derek.mountford@dhrm.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.