Fiscal Technician (Local Government) - Forest County C&Y

If you have a keen interest in managing fiscal budgets, processing invoices, and monitoring expenses, while also possessing a strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children, youth, and families, then Forest County Children & Youth Services is eager to connect with you. This organization is dedicated to fostering the well-being of the community's younger generations, and they are looking for passionate individuals who are ready to contribute their skills and expertise. If this opportunity resonates with you, do not hesitate to submit your application today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career that combines financial acumen with meaningful social service.

In this position, you will be responsible for reviewing, posting, and processing a diverse range of financial, payroll, and audit documents. Your duties will include maintaining payroll records, which involves posting changes, conducting audits for completeness, and reviewing both the input and output generated by the payroll system. You will also prepare payroll reports utilizing QuickBooks, along with managing various reimbursement and revenue/expense logs. Additionally, you will oversee expenditure and budgetary control accounts, preparing detailed reports that reflect the account and fiscal status. Your role will require you to analyze forms, correspondence, audit findings, and other financial records to ensure the completeness and accuracy of information, as well as compliance with relevant rules and regulations.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Fiscal Assistant; or
• Three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; and graduation from high school; or
• One year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records and an associate degree in accounting or business administration; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Forest County. If no eligible candidates who live within Forest County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.