DEPARTMENT OF ADMIISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

GENERAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE CENTER

Opening Date: November 12, 2024

Closing Date:  November 26, 2024

Job Class Code: CA26
Grade: 26
Salary: $62,129.60 - $87,817.60/Annually
Position Number: 004600772

About Us

The General Government Service Center (GGSC) is one of five financial service centers within the Department of Administrative and Financial Services established to provide centralized accounting and budgeting services to agencies across state government. GGSC serves roughly 30 agencies within the Department of Administrative and Financial Services (including Information Technology, Procurement Services, State Postal, State Surplus, Central Fleet, Employee Health), various Cultural Agencies and Boards and Commissions—a mix of government clients that adds variety to standard accounting practices.

About You

Are you detail oriented?  Do you possess a high degree of initiative?  Do you enjoy working in a team and interacting with customers? Are you comfortable utilizing the latest technology?  Are you willing to listen and learn? Do you want the opportunity for a long-term career in public service?  Do you meet the minimum requirements for the job? Then we are looking for you!   

About the Job

GGSC is looking for organized and detail-oriented individuals to join our team. The position work location is Augusta, Maine.  Applicants should note that while there may be opportunity for remote work within a structured work plan, this job serves certain core functions that cannot be performed remotely. 

The primary focus of the Assistant Financial Analyst is to provide consultative, professional advice and expertise about significant issues to agency and executive management.  This position supports the following processes and reports:  budget orders, financial orders, work programs, supplemental/biennial budgets, cash/lapsed balance trends, weekly allotment status, personal services monitoring and ad hoc information request.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

• Provides budgetary information, revenue forecasts, and analyses of Department finances to keep administrators informed of Department financial status and resources.
• Develops the implementation of standardized financial reporting formats and procedures and other financial systems for Department agencies to ensure and document compliance with applicable state and federal fiscal regulations and standards.
• Advises and consults with Bureau Directors and other management personnel on financial operations and administrative problems to develop and recommend solutions.
• Supports and recommends budgets, work and fiscal programs, and changes thereto to support attainment of department goals.
• Performs cost accounting and cost/benefit modeling and analyses of departmental programs and proposals to determine cost effectiveness.
• Supports the preparation of the biennial budget to ensure sufficient resources exist to meet established goals and objectives.
• Reviews legislative records and other documents concerning position allocation to ensure positions are adequately funded and consistent with legislative intent.
• Monitors the legislative process related to fiscal impact on the Department and assist with all fiscal notes.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of business and public administration principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of managerial and cost accounting theory, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of AICPA/GAAP/GASB standards for governmental organizations.
• Knowledge of federal funding rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of internal service fund operations.
• Ability to support complex cost, cost/benefit, forecasting, and financial analyses and modeling.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate fiscal and administrative services.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and regulations and systematize procedures.
• Ability to advise management on financial matters.
• Ability to prepare budgets and support execution of work programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or closely related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in financial and budget analysis. Directly related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.09% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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