Fiscal Technician Senior - #ARS00087

Title: Fiscal Technician Senior - #ARS00087

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: Minimum $40,000 commensurate w/ experience.

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs

Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

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Job Duties:

The Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) Fiscal Division supports the Agency’s mission by providing quality financial management through Budget, Grants, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Compliance services for DARS and the Disability Service Agencies (DSAs). Fiscal services are delivered while being good stewards of the taxpayer’s dollars entrusted to DARS and the DSAs and in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations.

We are seeking a Fiscal Technician Senior. The incumbent is responsible for processing accurately and in a timely manner DARS and the DSA’s Accounts Receivables and General Ledger transactions in compliance with DOA’s CAPP manual and agency policies and procedures.

The incumbent will perform fiscal duties that include daily deposit of revenue, creating correcting journal entries, researching general ledger transactions, and performing monthly revenue reconciliations for all the DSAs. In addition, this position will provide support to other Fiscal Units in routine business transactions to ensure continuity of operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience -

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, and techniques of Accounts Receivable, Cash Receipts, and General Ledger. Working knowledge of basic accounting processes. Experience working with automated accounting systems. Knowledge of extracting data from accounting software applications and of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Skills/Abilities -

Skill in operating personal computers and other automated office equipment. Ability to use automated accounting application and to work well with internal and external customer. Ability to work independently in an accurate and timely manner and to multi-task, prioritize the daily workload and meet deadlines. Good written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Considerations:

Experience with State accounting policies, procedures and regulations and in the State accounting system (Cardinal). Knowledge of the Department of Accounts and CAPP Manual policies and procedures.

Special Instructions:

• This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. 
• A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with 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.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.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.