Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
School Nutrition Program Finance Specialist
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
School Nutrition Program Finance Specialist
The purpose of this position is to serve as a recognized subject matter expert for child nutrition programs in the Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs at the Virginia Department of Education. This position will primarily monitor and track all child nutrition programs federal grant award documents, grant award notifications, and budget expenditures; process claims for reimbursement; analyze and provide meal data for USDA reports; support administrative review and compliance efforts; and serve as a lead subject matter expert for resource management in child nutrition programs. This position will also lead the state's Breakfast After the Bell program, including managing annual applications, selecting schools to fund, and processing the reimbursements. In this role, you will be responsible for: Financial Management Implementation Fiscal Analysis and Reporting Processing Claims for Reimbursement Compliance Reviews Providing Training and Technical Assistance Complying with Agency, Division, and Office Guidance Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Considerable knowledge of financial management, Uniform Grant Guidance, and administration of child nutrition programs and grants. Knowledge of State-level budgeting, accounting, and procurement rules. Awareness of internal controls and audit requirements for public funds. Knowledge of federal grant management regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of budget development, cost allocation, financial reconciliation, and principles of governmental and nonprofit accounting. Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills. Ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate a variety of information and data. Ability to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. Ability to provide leadership and technical assistance to school divisions as it relates to school and community nutrition programs. Ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate a variety of information and data. Skill in evaluating budgets and expenditure reports for accuracy and allowability. Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively. Ability to learn and utilize a variety of technology and software. Ability to collect and interpret information, apply criteria, and make recommendations. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work. Ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to maintain favorable public relations. Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to identify financial or compliance issues and develop practical solutions. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Additional Considerations Graduation from an accredited program in finance, accounting, business, nutrition, hospitality/food service management or a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience administering child nutrition programs at the local, state, or federal level is highly desired. Experience researching, collecting, organizing, and managing data is desired. Skills in report writing and delivering technical assistance and training school divisions are highly desired. Experience in grant management, fiscal, and procurement processes. Experience working with state and/or federal entities. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Virtual Meeting Platforms, and financial systems. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. A rsum will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire. In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
The purpose of this position is to serve as a recognized subject matter expert for child nutrition programs in the Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs at the Virginia Department of Education. This position will primarily monitor and track all child nutrition programs federal grant award documents, grant award notifications, and budget expenditures; process claims for reimbursement; analyze and provide meal data for USDA reports; support administrative review and compliance efforts; and serve as a lead subject matter expert for resource management in child nutrition programs. This position will also lead the state's Breakfast After the Bell program, including managing annual applications, selecting schools to fund, and processing the reimbursements. In this role, you will be responsible for: Financial Management Implementation Fiscal Analysis and Reporting Processing Claims for Reimbursement Compliance Reviews Providing Training and Technical Assistance Complying with Agency, Division, and Office Guidance Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Considerable knowledge of financial management, Uniform Grant Guidance, and administration of child nutrition programs and grants. Knowledge of State-level budgeting, accounting, and procurement rules. Awareness of internal controls and audit requirements for public funds. Knowledge of federal grant management regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of budget development, cost allocation, financial reconciliation, and principles of governmental and nonprofit accounting. Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills. Ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate a variety of information and data. Ability to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. Ability to provide leadership and technical assistance to school divisions as it relates to school and community nutrition programs. Ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate a variety of information and data. Skill in evaluating budgets and expenditure reports for accuracy and allowability. Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively. Ability to learn and utilize a variety of technology and software. Ability to collect and interpret information, apply criteria, and make recommendations. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work. Ability to communicate effectively with others. Ability to maintain favorable public relations. Ability to organize, evaluate, and present information effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to identify financial or compliance issues and develop practical solutions. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Additional Considerations Graduation from an accredited program in finance, accounting, business, nutrition, hospitality/food service management or a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience administering child nutrition programs at the local, state, or federal level is highly desired. Experience researching, collecting, organizing, and managing data is desired. Skills in report writing and delivering technical assistance and training school divisions are highly desired. Experience in grant management, fiscal, and procurement processes. Experience working with state and/or federal entities. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Virtual Meeting Platforms, and financial systems. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. A rsum will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire. In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.