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Financial Specialist I Print ( Apply ufeff Financial Specialist I Salary $59,700.37 - $99,499.92 Annually Location FAIRFAX (EJ27), VA Job Type FT Hourly W BN Job Number 26-00554 Department Family Services Opening Date 04/11/2026 Closing Date 4/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade S21 Posting Type Open to General Public + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Announcement This position works as a detail-oriented and collaborative accounts payable/accounts receivable supervisor to support critical financial processes that keep our programs running smoothly and efficiently. This role provides oversight in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting, while ensuring full compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), county policies, and state and federal requirements. Why Join DFS? Youu2019ll be part of a mission driven department dedicated to strengthening individuals, families, and communities. This role offers meaningful work, collaboration with knowledgeable colleagues, and opportunities to develop within a diverse and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: + Provides processing oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. + Reviews, analyzes, and reports on financial data from multiple systems including JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, FOCUS (SAP), and more. + Supports DFS Fiscal Leadership with audit requests. + Ensures accuracy of accounts payable postings and manages payment documents. + Oversees the DFS Travel Program and Gift Card Program, including procurement card management, funds reservations, high priority payments, vendor setup, and employee reimbursements. + Serves as a primary point of contact for DFS staff regarding finance and travel policies and procedures. + Conducts complex financial reconciliations and onsite gift card safe audits. + Monitors spending and funding availability to maintain accurate encumbrances. + Supports DFS Budget Unit with anticipated travel budget planning. + Assists Financial Specialists II and III with the monthly LASER reimbursement analysis and submissions. + Prepares audit documentation, as required, and preparation of ad hoc reports and analysis in support of accounts payable/receivable functions. Maintains accurate, clearly labeled documentation on all transactions and files. Ensures that records meet prescribed retention requirements. + Manages all incoming bank wire revenue including researching, tracking, processing, and reconciliation. + Collaborates with DFS program staff and key county partners including the Department of Finance and Department of Procurement and Material + Ensures policy compliance and timely financial processing. + Supervises an Administrative Assistant IV, including reviewing and approving reservations, payment documents, journal entries, and reallocations. Illustrative Duties (The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) + Prepares financial statements and reports and reviews for accuracy; + Oversees the processing of budget, procurement, and/or payment documents; + Analyzes cost, revenue and operating expenses; + Maintains special revenue/account funds; + Develops, prepares and justifies the budget for a small agency or assists with budget development for a large agency. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) + Knowledge of accounting theories, bookkeeping, public budgeting, and grant administration; + General knowledge of laws ordinances and regulations governing municipal finance; + Ability to interpret automated financial reports and financial policies and procedures; + Ability to analyze revenue and expenses and make projections; + Ability to complete budget documents in accordance with the Department of Management and Budget. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: ( (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for