Fiscal Analyst 1 (FA1)

Work Hours flexibility may be available and considered Relocation Compensation may be available and considered Salary: $3,477.00 - $4,632.00 Monthly Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? Are you motivated by complexity? Do you have a keen eye for the finer details? The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for a driven individual to join their team as a *Fiscal Analyst 1 *in the Northwest Region. This position supports the business operations of the Northwest Region by providing financial support to the employees and management. This position is responsible for processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll for the region. To be successful in this role, the incumbent must be able to interact and communicate well with a wide range of employees, contractors, and the Office of Financial Management. The incumbent also must be able to focus in a very busy environment, as they are responsible for analyzing discrepancies.

Responsibilities:

• Guiding other fiscal analysts and region employees on accounts payable processes. 
• Providing interpretation and direction on the use of the agency Chart of Accounts to ensure proper coding of expenditures.
• Independently interpreting and ensuring all vendor and travel payments are paid within the SAAM, OFM purchasing guidelines, agency policy and procedures, and agency and statewide contracts.
• Auditing, reviewing, and processing invoices and travel documents.
• Ensuring all payments are timely, accurate, and in compliance with OFM policies and DNR policies.
• Analyze and interpret recurring financial payroll data to identify any discrepancies in various payroll, leave and benefits functions, over/under payments, NTAR corrections, and leave accrual and use issues.
• Analyze, interpret, and apply complex civil service rules and DNR policies regarding regular pay, overtime-eligible and non-eligible employees.

*Required Qualifications: *

• High School or GED AND at least one year equivalent clerical or fiscal experience required.
• Basic accounting experience.
• Fiscal Accountability - Responsibly and accurately handles the public's money when processing financial transactions and/or committing fiscal resources. Consistently follows applicable fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards. 
• Ability to learn and use specific fiscal and payroll computer applications and upgrades as necessary.
• Ability to provide superior customer service through accuracy, availability, partnership, and education.
• Ability to present ideas effectively to diverse individuals and groups.
• Recordkeeping - Consistently and accurately documents information or updates records so that they reflect the most current information and form a complete and understandable account of changes, decisions, activities, and work performed.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.