Alabama DMH / Fiscal Manager I

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – REANNOUNCEMENT

JOB TITLE: Fiscal Manager I
OPEN DATE: 1/26/2024
CLOSE DATE: 2/23/2024
JOB LOCATION: Department of Mental Health, RSA Union Building, 100 North Union Street, Montgomery, Alabama
NUMBER: 23-52
JOB CODE: K3000

SALARY
• Range 77 ($51,727.20 – $86,788.80 Annually).
• Salary will be commensurate with experience. Limitations apply to current State employees.

BENEFITS
• 12 paid holidays.
• 1 personal leave day accrued each January.
• 13 sick leave days.
• 13 annual leave days accrued in the first year of employment.
• Longevity bonus annually after 5 years of employment.
• Very low-cost health and dental insurance through the Alabama State Employee Insurance Board.
• Defined retirement benefit (not impacted by economic downturns) and a pre-retirement death benefit through the Retirement Systems of Alabama.
▪ After 1 year, the minimum amount of the pre-retirement death benefit paid to your designated beneficiary is at least equal to your current or previous fiscal year annual salary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, preferably supplemented by professional certifications in accounting, or current permanent status as an Accountant with the State Merit System.
• 24 months or more experience in advanced accounting work.
OR
• 48 months current permanent status as an Accounting Assistant II with the ADMH Exempt System or Accounting Technician with State Merit System.

KIND OF WORK
• Prepares, reviews, and processes contracts, amendments, and requests for proposals for ADMH in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Creates, scans, and reviews all contracts and amendments for ADMH service divisions and facilities.
• Creates and advertises requests for proposals for professional services contracts.
• Enters contracts and amendments into the designated tracking system.
• Communicates with various state agencies, contractors, and ADMH staff regarding the process and location of contracts and amendments.
• Maintains spreadsheets for contract amounts, Governor’s Office report, vendor’s insurance, E-Verify, and completed contracts.
• Prepares and delivers ADMH contracts for submittal to the Legislative Contract Review Committee.
• Assists with the development of policies and procedures to ensure the timely processing of contracts and amendments.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of federal and state laws as they relate to the accounting operations of a government body.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and business management.
• Knowledge of and ability to process contracts and contract amendments.
• Knowledge of and ability to use STAARS or similar accounting systems.
• Ability to analyze problems and apply sound judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain records, retrieve and compile data, and develop reports.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels of staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to operate various computer software programs, including Microsoft Excel.

METHOD OF SELECTION
• Applicants will be rated based on an evaluation of their job-related training, abilities, experience, and education, and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to the duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above.
• All relevant information is subject to verification.
• Drug screening and security clearances will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment whose job requires direct contact with patients.

Click Here to Apply Now: https://laserfiche.alabama.gov/Forms/ADMH-Job-Application

Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Applications should be submitted by the deadline to be considered. Announcements open until filled will remain open until a sufficient applicant pool is obtained. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible to ensure the application will be considered for the position. Copies of License/Certifications should be uploaded with your application. A copy of the academic transcript is required. Appointment of successful candidate will be conditional based on receipt of the official transcript provided by the school, college, or university.

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