Fiscal Technician

Are you skilled in complex clerical and accounting functions such as reporting, analysis, review, and processing within finance and budgeting? If yes, the Department of Transportation offers an excellent opportunity for you to showcase and enhance your expertise. We are currently looking for a Fiscal Technician to process a variety of payables and receivables across different systems. Do not miss out on this thrilling chance for professional advancement, apply today!

In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing accounts receivable functions, which include processing various types of invoices, such as those for reimbursable activities and specific invoices pertaining to Marcellus shale, in accordance with Circular Letter No. SAP 2013-6. Your role will also encompass managing invoicing for construction unit overpayments and WEX liquid fuels tax refunds, requiring a thorough review of tax exemption data over the past year to accurately compute the annual refund claim. Additionally, you will handle accounts payable tasks, which involve processing payments for local and state bridge contracts, non-PO invoices, and cash advancements related to Right of Way (ROW) and other miscellaneous deposits. It is essential to ensure precise deposit processing and manage payments for winter agreements and PHEAA reimbursements, which necessitate analyzing raw data to ascertain the appropriate budget allocations for these payments. You will independently verify that all supporting documentation adheres to established policies and procedures while serving as a resource for county users in this area. In terms of budgeting, you will conduct reviews to confirm adequate balances for contract payments associated with local government, utilities, ROW demolition, and bridge inspections, while also managing cash flow for these contracts. Commitment reviews will be required for finalizing engineering agreements, and any unspent budget balances will be carried over to future fiscal years for subsequent allocation. Furthermore, you will provide assistance with budget analysis as necessary.

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successfully completing the probationary period. 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 Montoursville.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,890.00 (before taxes).
• 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.