Financial Specialist Senior

State of IdahoIdaho Transportation DepartmentIf you have previously applied for a position, select Reset/Forgot Password and follow the prompts to access your account. For additional assistance, refer to the Candidate Guide located under Candidate Resources on the State of Idaho Careers page.STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department, every employee is critical to the mission and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work. The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year.The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is recruiting for a Financial Specialist Senior with exceptional customer service skills to join our Financial Services Division General Ledger section located at ITD Headquarters in Boise, Idaho.The incumbent will use accounting theory and practice to ensure the agency applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards correctly and consistently. A successful candidate for this position will be a creative problem solver that also takes initiative to see problem resolution through to completion.NOTICE: This position requires a background investigation before a final job offer is made.EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Assist with month-end closing process, prepare and analyze general ledger account reconciliations accurately to internal and external financial accounting systems (statewide accounting system, LUMA), as well as compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including resolution of discrepancies Assist with agency monthly internal financial statements and other financial reports Year-end financial reporting to the State Controller's Office for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Assist with AASHTOWare and PATS interface into Advantage contract document variances Assist in general ledger maintenance and functionality of financial ERP including chart-of-accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, fixed assets, inventory, and budget Design, modify, and implement financial accounting systems, or has a significant role in their development Participate in developing policies and procedures for financial reporting systems and conducts research into the financial needs of ITD Utilizes current information technology to analyze, research, and maintain financial data, develop financial documents, and resolve issues Supports continuous improvement initiatives by driving efficient processes, improve tools and optimize system and process structures May audit financial data for completeness and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations Analyze technical financial problems and provide professional assistance and advice concerning their solutions MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSGood knowledge of: Accounting principles and practices Experience: Developing and preparing financial documents Using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data Analyzing financial activities and recommending management action MQ Specialties - Some positions may be filled by specialty areas such as: Developing a budget and preparing financial reports Some knowledge of state budget processes Good knowledge of supervisory practices Troubleshooting automated system changes, testing automated system changes, including using data extraction tools and methods for analysis, sampling, testing, and reporting Documenting business processes DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Accounting principles and practices: Minimum requirements met by at least four years of professional work experience applying GAAP, usually gained as an accountant or equivalent; OR, an associate degree in accounting AND at least two years of professional work experience as described above Developing and preparing financial documents; Minimum requirement met by at least 1 year of experience developing and preparing financial documents such as financial statements, tax worksheets, budgets, cost analysis, audit reports, and audit work papers Using a personal computer to develop, analyze, and report on financial data: Minimum requirement met by at least one year of work experience using a personal computer to develop, analyze and report on financial data as a regularly assigned job duty Analyzing financial activities and recommending management action: Minimum requirement met by at least one year of full-time work experience independently analyzing financial activities and recommending management action as a regularly assigned job duty Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field with minimum of 20 semester hours of accounting and three years' experience in financial reporting and a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles Solid organization skills with attention to detail resulting in timely and accurate work products Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing Gather data from multiple financial systems, analyze data, integrate data, validate data for accuracy and develop reports/scripts/inquiries to assist Finance team members to aid with process improvements and business decisions Work proficiently with Excel (pivot tables) and Word To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit .EEO/ADA/VeteranThe State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Created: 2026-03-11