Financial Analyst - Public Service Coordinator I - Anticipated Vacancy

Department of Administrative and Financial Services - Security and Employment Service Center

Job Class Code: CA28
Grade: 28 (Confidential)
Salary: $60,632 - $82,825
Location: Augusta, ME

Opening Date: March 5, 2024

Closing Date:  March 19, 2024

Are you looking to become part of a dynamic team with opportunities for future advancement? Start a career where you become a steward of taxpayer dollars, seeing the greatest return that money can provide, a critical internal service for the safety and security of our state. The Department of Administrative & Financial Services is an innovative organization that coordinates a number of central services for agencies within the Maine State Government. The Employment and Security Service Center (SESC) provides financial and budgetary management services as well as human resource services to the Departments of Labor; Public Safety; Professional and Financial Regulation; and Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management.

The SESC team is seeking a passionate business professional to join us as a Financial Analyst and to provide valuable financial services to our state departments. Services for customer agencies include accounting and financial processing, cash management, budget development and monitoring, financial analysis, grant management, legislative support, and administrative functions. This work is performed under limited supervision, is based in Augusta, Maine, and may be eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule which will include a minimum of one day per week in the Service Center office.  

In this role, you will:

• Provide in-depth and continuous analysis of departmental finances to help ensure management is kept appraised of the financial status of the department.
• Design and manage queries of data and interpret this data.
• Prepare financial reports including forecasting financial needs and preparing ad hoc reports as requested.
• Analyze financial policies and procedures, recommend appropriate modifications, and implement approved modifications in order to improve the efficiency, economy, and control of Department financial operations.
• Administer and maintain accounting records in accordance with federal and state requirements and ensure compliance with laws, policies and procedures of assigned program budgets and accounts are met.
• Develop and maintain federal and other grant award budgets.
• Supervise and provide leadership and technical guidance to other staff.

If you possess strong data analytical skills, organizational skills, and communication skills, and believe in the strength of teamwork, this job is for you. Preferred skills and knowledge include: 

• Strong analytical and data-gathering skills;
• Ability to prepare budgetary and financial documents including reports and financial statements, projections, and schedules, and analyze and interpret information from reports;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data query/data management tools is extremely helpful;
• Strong skills in communication including proficiency in writing clearly and effectively.

Minimum qualifications:

An eight (8) year combination of education and experience comprised of a master’s degree in Business Administration or closely related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in cost, cost/benefit, and financial analysis. Directly related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Marilyn Leimbach at Marilyn.leimbach@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

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%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 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.  
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes  18.21% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.  
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. 
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. 
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

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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