Fiscal Operations Specialist

Cass Human Service Zone is hiring a Fiscal Operations Specialist in Fargo, North Dakota Cass Human Service Zone is hiring a Fiscal Operations Specialist to support day to day fiscal operations that keep our programs running smoothly. This role focuses on processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, preparing routine reports, and following established accounting procedures. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys structured work, accurate data entry, and supporting a mission driven human services team.

As a Fiscal Operations Specialist, you will play an important part in maintaining financial accuracy and ensuring timely processing of fiscal activities.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Accounts payable and receivable processing, including coding transactions, preparing deposits, handling purchase orders, and entering travel reimbursements.
• Maintaining financial records, following established procedures to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely submission.
• Reviewing and verifying payroll data and personnel-related financial information to support correct reporting.
• Preparing recurring financial reports and assisting with monthly and annual budgeting processes by pulling data, reviewing reports, and ensuring accuracy of entries.
• Supporting program teams by answering financial questions, providing documentation, and helping staff navigate

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, financial procedures, and recordkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workflow, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, evaluate solutions, and resolve problems.
• Skill in researching, analyzing, and communicating financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software.
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently or collaboratively.

Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following requirements:

• A bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting, business, finance, or a related field and two years of professional experience in accounting or a related area.
• An associate degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field and four years of professional experience in accounting or a related area.
• Six years of professional experience in accounting or a related area.

Related areas include bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auditing, and fiscal operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related fiscal operations.
• Experience using financial management systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and supporting budgeting processes.
• Experience working in government, human services, or another organization with established financial policies and procedures.
• The successful applicant must pass a standard background, motor vehicle, and criminal record check.

Working For Cass Human Service Zone Cass Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Cass County to deliver child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Cass County as a Cass County employee.

Cass Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package.

Employees enjoy ten paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.

About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt Application Procedures Your resume must clearly show the months and years of employment for each position listed. This information is required to accurately calculate your qualifying experience and determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Resumes that do not include sufficient employment date may not be able to be fully evaluated. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information HHS ND Careers E-Verify

A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Amber Delamater by email at [email protected]

Employing Unit ND HHS - Cass Human Service Zone

TTY Number ND Relay Service 1 (800) 366-6888 (text) or 1 (800) 366-6889 (voice)

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact [email protected] or (701) 328-3290.

Equal Employment Opportunity The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.