Financial Specialist III

This job opportunity is being re-announced. Applicants who previously applied for this job do not need to re-apply.

The Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) is part of the Fairfax County Health and Human Services System and provides a wide variety of critical programs and supportive services to county residents of all ages. This position is a great opportunity to make an impact in the local community and help NCS programs provide critical goods and services to county residents and families.

NCS serves residents in Fairfax County through a variety of programs including transportation, recreation, community capacity building, educational and developmental opportunities, early childhood supports and services, and connecting residents to a wide spectrum of resources to meet their needs. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a passion for public service and a desire to support a wide range of financial operations within a large agency.

Under the general supervision of a Financial Specialist IV in NCS, performs a variety of complex finance and budget functions supporting various programs in the department as part of the department’s Finance and Procurement Team. Acts as the team lead in the management of a complex division budget and supervision of a small budget team. Oversees federal and state grant funding, including reporting requirements, as well as General Fund resources.

Ensures compliance with applicable state, federal, and local requirements, regulations, and financial policies. Establishes and maintains supportive partnerships with program staff in utilization of the agency's financial resources. Responsible for the supervision, professional development, and performance of a small team of professional-level financial staff, directing the team in the development and preparation of budgets, grants, audit response, invoicing, reporting, drawing down funds, and accounts management.

Monitors and reports expenditures, revenues, and balances for assigned budgets. Directs and provides guidance on annual budget development, and multiple components of state and federal applications for funding as well as annual grant submissions. Provides projections and recommendations associated with the financial impact of legislative and programmatic changes affecting NCS programs. Other responsibilities include specialized analysis, project coordination, monthly and other required reconciliations, monthly drawdowns, and preparing and making presentations to county program managers, contract partners, and the Department of Management and Budget.

Works collaboratively with county corporate partners, the department’s procurement staff, and other members of the financial team to ensure that finance and budget matters are handled timely, accurately, and in accordance with program needs to maintain continuity of operations and services for county residents.

(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.)

• Participates in the formulation and documentation of agency fiscal policies and procedures;
• Maintains numerous fund/subfund accounts;
• Reviews long range revenue and expenditures estimates to ensure availability of funds;
• Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of large agency budget;
• Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures;
• Researches budget, finance and procurement requirements, analyzes impact on current operations and recommends means of implementation.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of governmental budgeting and fiscal management and the ability to apply them to complex governmental systems;
• Considerable knowledge of federal, state and county policies, procedures, regulations and legislation impacting the maintenance of financial records;
• Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of staff;
• Ability to develop and implement fiscal policies and procedures.

• 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, three 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.

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a Child Protective Services…