The State of New Hampshire, Department of Corrections, Division of Administration has a full-time vacancy for a Financial Analyst.

Summary:

Supports the financial management function of the Department of Corrections by applying accounting and financial acumen to various department needs and projects.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1 .

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in accounting, finance, economics, public administration, or business administration. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year or required work experience.

Experience: Five year’s experience in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or business management with least three years concerned with accounting and regulations applicable to the agency. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education at the graduate level only.

License/Certification: None required.

Responsibilities:

· Reviews and analyzes financial statements; develops recommendations and reports of findings to Departmental management.

· Performs financial analyses for programs and accounting units within the department to ensure operation within budgetary constraints.

· Prepares financial reports and projections to assist department in managing budgetary expectations.

· Analyzes the feasibility of programs to ensure program activities meet department objectives.

· Prepares request letters and related paperwork for approval by the Governor and Executive Council (G&C) and the Joint Legislative Fiscal Committee (Fiscal Committee), as needed.

· Monitors the Bureau of Financial Services in the absence of the Financial Manager in order to maintain continuity of Bureau operations.

· Oversees the accounts payable and the purchase order function for the Department to ensure complete and accurate records.

· Coordinates the submission of the Department’s biennial budget to ensure all financial schedules and entries are completed accurately.

· Represents the Department at legislative hearings and Governor and Executive Council meetings as needed to defend and/or explain agency operations and decisions.

· Evaluates work efforts of subordinate staff, including the responsibility for training and performance appraisals.

Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact DOC Recruitment at DOC-RECRUITMENT@DOC.NH.GOV or at 603-271-5653.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964