Financial Specialist, Senior

Description

NOTICE: Effective Spring 2025, in lieu of participating in Social Security, SWDH employees will benefit from a mandatory 401(a) retirement plan.

• Vision: A Healthier Southwest Idaho.
• Mission: To promote the health and wellness of those who live, work and play in Southwest Idaho.
• Values: Accountability, customer-focused, and teamwork influence the work we do and the difference we hope to make.

Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Adams, Washington, Payette, Gem, Canyon, and Owyhee counties? Do you crave a job where you can make a difference and serve the public? Southwest District Health (SWDH) is recruiting a Financial Specialist, Senior, to join the dedicated group of public health professionals in the Finance unit within the Division of District Operations.

As a Financial Specialist, Senior, and public health employee, you will serve an active role in improving the health of your community. As part of a small, but mighty team, you will be responsible for advanced financial duties, including accounting, auditing, budgeting, and reporting for the Health District. You will oversee accounts payable, contract management, and financial reconciliation while ensuring compliance with accounting principles. You will supervise two accounting staff and manage financial records, statements, and reports, including annual Government Accounting Standards Board 34 financial statements and supporting documentation.

If you crave team-oriented work, purpose, and work/life balance, perhaps it's time you considered a career with SWDH. We're all about shaking up the stereotype that working in government is dull. We're disruptors and innovators, all passionately sharing the same vision of making Southwest Idaho the best place to live, work, and play. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

This position may include a teleworking option from within Idaho.

Excellent Benefits

This budgeted, regular full-time position offers a competitive benefits package including PERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) with a lifetime benefit!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (Employee-only PPO coverage at $65/month for medical/vision and $11.82/month for dental; low-cost options for family members. Free High Deductible Health Plan for employees; low-cost for dependents.)
• Life Insurance (FREE basic coverage; paid supplemental options for employees and dependents.)
• 11 paid holidays, generous vacation, and sick leave accrual starting immediately. (Holiday pay and accruals are prorated based on hours worked.)
• Mandatory 401(a) retirement program with 12.4% combined contributions
• Optional 401(k) and 457 Saving Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible and family-supported policies, including 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Bring your canine friend to work on Fridays
• In-house fitness room and outdoor walking path
• Ongoing internal and external training opportunities
• Student Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Reimbursement!
• Easy commute with reverse traffic flow from Boise to Caldwell

Our generous benefits package boosts total compensation for full-time Financial Specialist, Senior,, transforming the base pay range from $29.43 - $34.62/hour to an estimated total compensation value, including benefits, of $42.24 - $48.59/hour, showcasing our investment in your well-being and professional growth.

Typical Duties:

Candidates must be able to complete the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet all the mandatory qualifications of the position.

Monitor and coordinate activities of financial support unit:

• Review and approve financial transactions and financial reporting;
• Oversee and administer financial reporting systems;
• Assess financial activities and recommend new/revised processes and other actions as indicated.

Budget development and monitoring:

• Assist with preparation of District budget documents;
• Develop program and project budgets for staff;
• Monitor budgetary activity and recommend management actions as indicated.

Fiscal reporting:

• Assist with preparation of annual District financial statements;
• Prepare fiscal reports for management and Board of Health reporting;
• Prepare service cost reports for fee structure development, program management, etc.;
• Prepare various fiscal reports for external reporting to funding agencies, legislative bodies, etc.

Maintain District cash and appropriation balances:

• Monitor agency cash balance and appropriation balances;
• Initiate fund transfers as necessary to meet agency obligations.

Minimum Qualifications:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer.

Minimum Qualifications (MQ):

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices, typically gained through either a closely related bachelor's degree, 2-4 upper division college courses related to the subject and 2-4 years of mid-level work experience closely related to the subject, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Approximately 2-4 years of related work experience in the following areas:
   -  Developing and preparing financial documents
   -  Using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data
   -  Analyzing financial activities and recommending management action

MQ Specialty:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Approximately 2-4 years of related work experience  developing a budget and preparing financial reports
• Good knowledge of (typically gained through either a closely related bachelor's degree, 2-4 upper division college courses related to the subject and 2-4 years of mid-level work experience closely related to the subject, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above):
   - Supervisory practices
   - Documenting  business process

Ideal Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

• Bachelors-level accounting degree or equivalent experience
• Proficient knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in Excel and database software applications
• Some supervisory experience in an accounting setting
• Experience researching and compiling financial information
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Experience using the State of Idaho LUMA or SCO web-based applications
• Experience performing financial analysis using business intelligence platforms
• Knowledge of federal, state or county budget processes

Supplemental Information:

Who May Apply

Individuals who meet all the “MQ’s” and “MQ Specialties” listed above. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodation may be directed to the contact listed on this job posting.

How to Apply

Log in to your https://statecareers.idaho.gov/ account, find this job announcement and select the Apply Now button. Attach your most current resume and follow the promptings to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the department's mission goal and be required to complete a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history background check to include fingerprints.

SWDH is an equal opportunity employer and hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, age, or disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodation to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodation or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Human Resource Office at 208.455.5318.

NOTICE: Idaho's Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance.

To learn more about Southwest District Health, please visit SWDH.id.gov.

If you would like to become a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
If you have questions about this position, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 208.455.5318