Financial Specialist AO-O (CYFD/ASD #31593)

$17.99 - $27.89 Hourly

$37,422 - $58,003 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 50

Posting Details

We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.

By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every day.

We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the future of New Mexico.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Why does the job exist?

This job exist to process and voucher supplier invoices and employee travel reimbursement requests as they are received by the agency regardless of which program they are originating from. Employee will review vouchers and travel reimbursements to ensure agency and state procurement compliance. Position will collaborate/report to Accounts Payable Bureau supervisor, report repeated infractions and collaborate with bureau staff on training/solutions.

How does it get done?

• Input invoices and reimbursement requests within SHARE all while reviewing records to ensure compliance;
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• Voucher supplier invoices;

• Voucher travel reimbursement request;

• Assists in budget preparation by compiling necessary information by using SHARE to input and track invoices and reimbursement requests which creates narrative reports for management;

• Ensure data received is input in a timely matter and correctly;

• Follow up on any missing documentation needed by divisions;

• Report repeated infractions to Accounts Payable Bureau supervisor and collaborate with bureau staff on training/ solutions;

• Collaborate with staff on policies and procedures;

• Partner with supervisor in ensuring all compliance procedures remain up to date.

Who are the customers?

Internal and/or external entities who provide or manager funds to be used for individuals in CYFD custody.

Ideal Candidate

Skilled in the following areas:
• Customer Service Focused;

• Experience with Accounts Payable;

• Able to Multi-task in a busy work environment;

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer;

• Has knowledge of the SHARE financial system.

Minimum Qualification

High School diploma or Equivalency and one (1) year experience in bookkeeping, accounting and/or finance. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND # of months or years of experience specified in the minimum qualification 2 Associate's Degree AND Zero years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.

• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

Must possess a current and valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer to include working with computers, faxes, copiers and printers, and phone usage with extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, kneeling and crawling. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Some travel may be required.

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Agency Contact Information: Jared Moore, (505) 670-3230. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.