Fiscal Management Specialist 1

Fiscal Management Specialist 1

The Fiscal Management Specialist 1 position with the Department of State offers an exciting opportunity to support responsible and accurate use of public funds. This role lets you apply your financial skills to help ensure payments and expenses are handled correctly. You will contribute to smooth operations by maintaining accuracy across fiscal operations through analysis, coordination, and clear reporting. Apply today to support programs and services that benefit communities across Pennsylvania.

This position focuses on monitoring spending, reviewing financial transactions, and supporting budget accuracy for the Department of State. It requires strong attention to detail, consistent communication, and a dedication to maintaining proper fiscal controls. As a Fiscal Management Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Payment Oversight: Review vendor invoices and ensure all payments meet budget and compliance requirements
• Financial Analysis: Evaluate fiscal issues and provide recommendations to support accurate spending
• Audit Preparation: Assist with research and documentation for various state and federal audits
• Cost Allocation: Allocate expenses and maintain accurate financial coding using Commonwealth systems
• System Processing: Enter receipts, process orders, and monitor expenditures using SAP and related tools
• Customer Support: Provide guidance, answer fiscal questions, and prepare reports on financial activity

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 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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 Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Financial Programs Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in paraprofessional fiscal administration work, and a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field; or
• An 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 Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not…