This position is located in the Reporting and Controls Branch, Budget and Finance Division of the District of Columbia Courts. The Budget and Finance Division is responsible for all financial aspects of the D.C. Courts. The Financial Services Specialist is responsible for planning, developing and implementing accounting functions which are involved in the monitoring, disbursement and reporting of D.C. Court funds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or a related field plus four (4) years of experience in entering, modifying, tracking and analyzing information in computer accounting and digital record keeping systems. Preferred Experience: Experience using both manual and electronic payment systems. Experience interpreting data and drafting narrative reports for managers. Familiarity with basic operations management and knowledge of travel regulations and techniques. Experience using both manual and electronic payment systems. Experience interpreting data and drafting narrative reports for managers. Familiarity with basic operations management and knowledge of travel regulations and techniques. The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Develops, implements and monitors the automated processes and procedures used to record and track the status of payments. Trains employees in accounting techniques and controls, ensuring that all employees are kept informed of new regulations and procedures regarding financial matters. Implements operating methods to ensure compliance with D.C. Court and Federal policies in committing funds for obligations and disbursements. Monitors accounting events and workflows to ensure timely occurrence and completion. Performs reviews and analyses to prepare special reports relating to the monitoring, disbursement and reporting of funds. Investigates, resolves and reports on areas of discrepancy within business processes and automated systems. Develops and implements internal controls to ensure the proper reporting of expenditures as well as safeguard assets and official documents. Creates formal reports and presentations using graphs, charts, and tables to share the results of statistical analyses. Evaluates sources of information in order to determine any limitations in terms of completeness, reliability, or usability. Addresses customer questions and concerns through proper customer service techniques and research.