SNP Financial Reporting and Compliance Specialist

Title: SNP Financial Reporting and Compliance Specialist

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist I

Hiring Range: Commensurate based on qualifications and experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: VDOE James Monroe Building

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

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education's Office of Finance is seeking a qualified individual to ensure financial integrity and fiscal accountability of all federal and state funds used in the operation of the state and local School Nutrition Programs, and for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations; to develop, implement and maintain internal controls of all school nutrition federal and state funds; to perform work of varied and considerable difficulty requiring advanced data collection, analysis, forecasting, tracking and analyzing budgets, financial systems, data, revenues and expenditures; to prepare, analyze and submit complex budgetary and financial reports monthly, quarterly, and annually in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations; to be the subject matter expert in all School Nutrition financial management; and to participate in research and special projects. Interact frequently with internal and external senior officials, professionals, and the public requiring a high level of communication skills to analyze and resolve issues. To develop, interpret, and/or evaluate compliance with policies and procedures. Follow the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) Code of Ethics, and adhere to a strong internal control environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of fiscal and accounting functions and operations for governmental
entities;
• Considerable knowledge of automated financial systems such as Oracle Financials payables, and the Commonwealth Accounting and Reporting System (Cardinal);
• Considerable knowledge of the Appropriations Act and the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual;
• Working knowledge of the USDA School Nutrition Programs (National School Lunch Program, the School Breakfast Programs, After School Snack Program, etc.) grants programs;
• Must be proficient with the use of MS Excel and MS Access/Toad or other SQL tool;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, analyze and explain complex federal laws and
regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and/or review financial reports required by state and federal
entities and explain comprehensive evaluations of financial trends
• Ability to provide leadership and technical assistance related to financial management of School Nutrition Programs.
• Ability to define problems and apply problem-solving techniques to complex issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present complex information to both professional and lay persons verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet critical
deadlines
• Ability to exercise considerable discretion and judgment in making recommendations related to the allocation of funds, payment rates, and expenditures or investments
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with other team members.

Additional Considerations

• Degree in accounting or related field or an equivalent combination of education and
experience;
• Recent experience in a governmental regulatory environment interacting with local governments and/or the public;
• Experience determining funding source compliance, analyzing, reconciling, evaluating, and
monitoring budget/financial transactions;
• Experience in federal grant reporting; and
• Experience using and reporting from relational databases.

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.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.
Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:
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 prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: humanresources@doe.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.