County Fiscal Officer ; Local Government

If you are an accounting professional looking for a role where your expertise directly supports essential Human Services programs, the Fiscal Officer 1 position could be a great fit. This position is responsible for assisting with key fiscal functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and cost allocations across nine programs. The role provides the opportunity to collaborate with management professionals and contribute to compliance with human services, payroll, and federal, state, and county financial policies—all while serving in a vital, non-supervisory capacity.

We offer an excellent benefit package along with a supportive work environment.

• General Ledger Work: Complete reconciliations and prepare journal entries
• Financial Tracking: Maintain fixed asset lists and update depreciation schedules
• Cash Management: Process transfers and monitor available funds
• Invoice Processing: Prepare, review, and verify vendor invoices
• Report Preparation: Compile recurring program and financial reports
• Policy Support: Assist with budgets, audits, and fiscal procedures

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch
• Overtime and travel may be required
• Telework: This position does not permit telework
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
• Further communication regarding this position will be provided via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for notices.

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • Two years as a Fiscal Technician and six college credits in accounting; or
  • Five years of bookkeeping experience and six college credits in accounting; or
  • Three years of accounting and/or budgetary experience and a business related associate's degree that includes six college credits in accounting; or
  • One year of accounting and/or budgetary experience and a business–related bachelor's degree that includes six college credits in accounting; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training supplemented by six college credits in accounting.
• 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.
• Hiring preference may be given to candidates who live within Potter County. If no eligible candidates who live within Potter County apply, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; eligibility information must be provided in the application.
• If claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, attach a copy of college transcripts. 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 application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect your own experience, qualifications, and work. Generative AI may be used for preparation only; misrepresentation or use during interview is not permitted.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. Information: go to the veterans page.

• 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.

• If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, discuss your request 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…