FISCAL SUPPORT ANALYST

Date: Mar 15, 2023

Req ID: 27714

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPT OF PARKS HERITAGE & TOUR

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,000

Fiscal Support Analyst

Position #: 22092165

Grade: GS05

Salary: $36,000 annually

Location: Shared Services – Fiscal Section - Fixed Assets, Little Rock

Req: 27714

Closing date: 03/31/2023

Job Description:

The position researches and analyzes data for the Fixed Assets section, develops and / or revises processes or policies based on research, and submits prepared report findings to supervisor by assigned deadlines. Develops and maintains databases, spreadsheets and other fiscal reporting mechanisms, reviews and audits fiscal information for accuracy and quality assurance. Provides technical assistance to others working within the agency regarding Fixed Assets, the state accounting system and general ledger, and assists in reconciling problems. Posts transactions to journals and/or ledgers, balances entries, and reconciles errors manually or electronically. Creates projects in the job costing system and assets in the Fixed Assets subledger. Assists with capital asset settlements. Reconciles annual fixed assets inventory. Prepares selective year-end schedules for ACFR. Preforms other auditing and reconciling tasks as directed by supervisor. A criminal background check is required.

This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement pension.

Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: The formal education equivalent of an associate's degree in general business, business management, or related field plus three years of experience in fiscal operations.

Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or a related field and one year of applicable experience.

We are an EOE/ADA/AA employer. Minorities and women encouraged to apply.

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.

Position Information

Class Code: A091C

Grade: GS05

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $46,987.00

Summary

The Fiscal Support Analyst is responsible for performing a wide variety of fiscal related tasks that are standard or regular support duties within an assigned department or program and for researching financial data and preparing reports. This position is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Researches and analyzes data, develops or revise processes or policies based on research, and submits prepared report findings to supervisor. Develops and maintains databases, spreadsheets and other fiscal reporting mechanisms, reviews and audits fiscal information for accuracy and quality assurance. Provides technical assistance to others working within various databases and systems, including the state accounting system and general ledger, and assists in reconciling problems. Posts transactions to journals and/or ledgers, balances entries, and reconciles errors manually or electronically. Performs various accounting duties and assists with budgets and fiscal monthly and year end closing. Produces monthly production reports, statistical reports, or other regularly scheduled reports. May be responsible for proper and timely entry of time records, payroll related documents, purchase orders, personnel action forms, budget documents, labor distribution reports, or any other procedural forms required by other departments or divisions. May serve as a lead worker, providing training and guidance to fellow employees and establishing work plans, timeframes and/or deadlines or may supervise a small support staff by interviewing, training, assigning and reviewing work, and evaluating performance. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of accounting principals and database management. Knowledge of software applications. Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies of assigned section. Knowledge of customer service techniques. Ability to comprehend and assimilate technical and business related documents. Ability to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with assigned department or program. Ability to conduct research, perform quantitative quality assurance reviews, and prepare reports.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of an associate’s degree in general business, business management, or a related field; plus three years of experience in fiscal operations. 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.