Financial Specialist IV
Apply NowCompany: Fairfax County, VA
Location: Fairfax, VA 22030
Description:
Salary : $85,318.48 - $142,197.95 Annually
Location : FAIRFAX (EJ27), VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 25-00311
Department: Family Services
Opening Date: 02/01/2025
Closing Date: 2/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S29
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Use your financial management and leadership skills to help Fairfax County residents live their success stories and thrive. The Department of Family Services is looking for an experienced financial analyst and creative problem-solver to supervise a diverse team of professionals. Are you both detail-oriented and innovative?
This position performs strategic financial analysis and leads the Department of Family Services' (DFS) financial management activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (including revenue collection), procurement and budget development and monitoring. Ensures compliance with federal and state reporting requirements associated with grant funding, oversees both internal and external financial audits and directs all accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as well as any federal, state, or the county requirements. This position serves as a member of the DFS Senior Management Team and is the primary liaison between DFS and other county agencies (e.g., Department of Finance, Department of Procurement and Material Management, Department of Management and Budget, and health and human services agencies, as applicable) regarding financial issues.
Please click for more detailed information about the Department of Family Services.
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 or oversees the preparation of large, complex agency budget;
Oversees a group of financial staff performing complex work;
Assists the Fiscal Manager with development and annual compilation of the annual, quarterly, and carryover budgets;
Directs all budgeting, purchasing, and payment activities for a specialized area of grants management, accounts payable/accounts receivable, or financial operation;
Assists in the development and implementation of fiscal management and accounting procedures for the agency;
Maintains financial policies and procedures and has direct oversight of audits;
Coordinates and oversees audit processes;
Prepares grant proposals and reports;
Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State and County regulations and procedures.
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.)
Extensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of governmental budgeting and financial management;
Thorough knowledge of intergovernmental financial management, grant management and contract management;
Ability to plan and implement activities to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(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, four 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:
None.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background, a credit check, and a Child Protective Services check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in finance, business administration, public administration, public policy, health care administration, or related field. Five or more years serving as financial manager or large state or county government department. Five or more years overseeing and managing a large complex budget that includes multiple funding streams. Five or more years supervising administrative, paraprofessional and professional finance staff. Familiarity with and ability to use SAP ERP software. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is generally sedentary and is usually performed in a normal office environment. Ability to use keyboard driven equipment. Ability to attend evening meetings off site. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include an analytical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () 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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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
For additional details please visit the
Non-Merit Positions
Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
02
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
03
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list the discipline of your degree. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable."
04
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
05
Have you completed at least six credit hours of basic accounting principles and concepts?
06
How many years of full-time equivalent professional-level finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management experience do you have?
07
Do you currently possess a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license?
08
How many years of experience do you have serving as financial manager of a large state or county government department?
09
How many years of experience do you have serving as financial manager of a large state or county government department?
10
Do you have experience presenting complex financial information to public officials, volunteer board members, and county/state executive leadership?
11
Are you familiar with SAP ERP software?
Required Question
Location : FAIRFAX (EJ27), VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 25-00311
Department: Family Services
Opening Date: 02/01/2025
Closing Date: 2/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S29
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Use your financial management and leadership skills to help Fairfax County residents live their success stories and thrive. The Department of Family Services is looking for an experienced financial analyst and creative problem-solver to supervise a diverse team of professionals. Are you both detail-oriented and innovative?
This position performs strategic financial analysis and leads the Department of Family Services' (DFS) financial management activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (including revenue collection), procurement and budget development and monitoring. Ensures compliance with federal and state reporting requirements associated with grant funding, oversees both internal and external financial audits and directs all accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as well as any federal, state, or the county requirements. This position serves as a member of the DFS Senior Management Team and is the primary liaison between DFS and other county agencies (e.g., Department of Finance, Department of Procurement and Material Management, Department of Management and Budget, and health and human services agencies, as applicable) regarding financial issues.
Please click for more detailed information about the Department of Family Services.
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 or oversees the preparation of large, complex agency budget;
Oversees a group of financial staff performing complex work;
Assists the Fiscal Manager with development and annual compilation of the annual, quarterly, and carryover budgets;
Directs all budgeting, purchasing, and payment activities for a specialized area of grants management, accounts payable/accounts receivable, or financial operation;
Assists in the development and implementation of fiscal management and accounting procedures for the agency;
Maintains financial policies and procedures and has direct oversight of audits;
Coordinates and oversees audit processes;
Prepares grant proposals and reports;
Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State and County regulations and procedures.
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.)
Extensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of governmental budgeting and financial management;
Thorough knowledge of intergovernmental financial management, grant management and contract management;
Ability to plan and implement activities to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(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, four 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:
None.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background, a credit check, and a Child Protective Services check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in finance, business administration, public administration, public policy, health care administration, or related field. Five or more years serving as financial manager or large state or county government department. Five or more years overseeing and managing a large complex budget that includes multiple funding streams. Five or more years supervising administrative, paraprofessional and professional finance staff. Familiarity with and ability to use SAP ERP software. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is generally sedentary and is usually performed in a normal office environment. Ability to use keyboard driven equipment. Ability to attend evening meetings off site. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include an analytical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () 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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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- LiveWell Program
- Flexible Spending Programs
- Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
- Paid Holidays
- Contributory Retirement Plan
- Deferred Compensation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employees' Child Care Center
- Commuter Benefit Program
- Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
For additional details please visit the
Non-Merit Positions
- Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
- Flexible Spending Program
- Deferred Compensation
- No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
- Less than 12th grade
- High school diploma or GED
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate degree
02
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
- Accounting
- Finance
- Public policy
- Business administration
- Public administration
- Health care administration
- Other (related)
- Other (non-related)
- None of the above
03
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list the discipline of your degree. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable."
04
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
- Less than 45 quarter hours
- 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
- 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
- 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
- 180 or more quarter hours
- Less than 30 semester hours
- 30 to less than 60 semester hours
- 60 to less than 90 semester hours
- 90 to less than 120 semester hours
- 120 or more semester hours
- Not applicable
05
Have you completed at least six credit hours of basic accounting principles and concepts?
- Yes
- No
06
How many years of full-time equivalent professional-level finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management experience do you have?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five to less than six years
- Six to less than seven years
- Seven to less than eight years
- Eight to less than nine years
- Nine or more years
07
Do you currently possess a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license?
- Yes
- No
08
How many years of experience do you have serving as financial manager of a large state or county government department?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five to less than six years
- Six to less than seven years
- Seven to less than eight years
- Eight or more years
09
How many years of experience do you have serving as financial manager of a large state or county government department?
- None
- Less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five to less than six years
- Six to less than seven years
- Seven to less than eight years
- Eight to less than nine years
- Nine or more years
10
Do you have experience presenting complex financial information to public officials, volunteer board members, and county/state executive leadership?
- Yes
- No
11
Are you familiar with SAP ERP software?
- Yes
- No
Required Question