Fiscal Compliance Specialist (Accountant 2)

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THE POSITION

Are you interested in making a meaningful impact by supporting programs that ensure children and adults across Pennsylvania have access to nutritious meals? If so, consider joining the Department of Education as a Fiscal Compliance Specialist (Accountant 2) in the Child Nutrition Program, Procurement & Resource Management Division. This position allows you to leverage your accounting skills in the review and analysis of fiscal activity for over 2000 entities participating in the federal Child Nutrition Programs (CNP). Bring your experience and ambition to our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Fiscal Compliance Specialist, your work will focus on analyzing the fiscal activity of programs within the CNP, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). This position reviews and analyzes the financial viability documentation provided by entities interested in participating in the CNP and evaluates for appropriate use of funds in accordance with regulations. You can expect to perform analysis of financial transactions, financial statements, and reports to determine the accuracy of accounts and if expenditure of funds is in conformance with federal regulations. You will work with program managers to review non-compliance issues and ensure consistency within the specific program area. In this role, a thorough knowledge of USDA and other federal regulations and state law as it relates to fiscal operations of the CNP is essential. You will have the opportunity to discuss complex and sensitive matters with a section manager or division chief. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Staff is required to report to the worksite one day a week (Thursday). In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
  • 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • One year as an Accountant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Two years of professional accounting experience, and graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by fifteen credits in accounting.
  • Four years of bookkeeping experience and fifteen college credits in accounting may be substituted for college graduation. A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of general work experience.
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.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
  • 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.
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