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PROGRAM FISCAL MANAGER

Date: Jul 1, 2024

Req ID: 41240

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPT OF EDUCATION

Anticipated Starting Salary: 45,010

Position Number: 2208-2775

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: Jul 12, 2024

Finance

Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

Special Application Information :

Incomplete applications will not be considered. List current/most recent jobs first. Account for all periods including unemployment, self-employment, and military service. A resume may be attached to your required online application form; however, it may not be used as a substitute for completing any part of our application package. To make a call using the Arkansas Relay Service, dial 1-800-285-1121 (Voice) or 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), and for customer service, dial 1-800-285-7192 (V/TDD).

Functions :

Assists in redefining financial reporting and cost control guidelines and procedures to increase efficiency or ameliorate problem areas. Establishes, modifies and/or maintains financial management information systems to ensure effective reporting and cost controls; keeps abreast of any changes in standards within the fields of accounting, budgeting, auditing, and analysis to convey information and procedural changes to subordinates performing functions within these fields; monitors the dispersal of funds to ensure that grant or contract implementation is in accordance with departmental guidelines as well as in accordance with contractual agreements; participates in preparing financial and statistical statements which include revenue and expense reports, operational status reports, cash flow management and cost control procedures; assembles statistical data in areas of operation that provide services eligible for reimbursement; directs and/or prepares various cost reimbursement and statistical reports mandated by governmental which form the basis for reimbursement rate determinations; prepares detailed reimbursement forms requiring the use of complex reimbursement formulas for submission to applicable divisions; maintains standard auditing mechanisms to reduce errors.

Position Information

Class Code: A041C

Grade: GS08

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $45,010.00 - $65,265.00

Summary

The Program Fiscal Manager is responsible for managing the fiscal activities of an agency program. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Supervises a small to medium-sized professional and administrative support staff by interviewing and recommending for hire, assigning and reviewing work, training new employees, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Develops and monitors budgets for program activities or grant proposals, reviews and approves expenditures, conducts research pertinent to assigned program activities, such as market development, laws and regulations, and data collection, to provide information for report development. Identifies needs and problems and conducts workshops or in-service training to address problems and issues, provide new information, and instruct in new procedures. Develops and implements guidelines, policies, and procedures for program development and coordinates program activities within the section and outside of the agency. Evaluates and monitors program effectiveness by reviewing pertinent documentation, consulting with staff, and making recommendations for any necessary changes. Develops and monitors federal grants used to fund special projects within the program by preparing grant proposals, establishing evaluation methods, and reviewing grants to ensure compliance. Prepares reports pertinent to specific program functions to provide information to upper-level management and program personnel. Provides technical assistance to staff and program personnel by gathering and processing information, providing consultations, and answering technical questions. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to specialized program area. Knowledge of the principles and practices of organizational management. Knowledge of grants administration. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of lower-level supervisors and/or subordinates. Ability to analyze programs and recommend implementation methods or modifications. Ability to coordinate activities with other sections, agencies, services, and organizations. Ability to interpret and apply federal and state guidelines and regulations. Ability to provide technical assistance for equipment or service acquisitions and contract negotiations. Ability to plan, prepare, and present oral and written reports. Ability to develop and document complex technical and operational procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related area; plus three years of experience in program organization and administration, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock