FISCAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

This position is located in the General Administration Section of the Fiscal Division of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. The Fiscal Support Specialist assists with administration of the agency's credit card program, including transaction review, reconciliation, compliance monitoring, and maintenance of program records. Additional responsibilities include coordinating fleet management activities such as vehicle registration renewals, vehicle reporting, and record maintenance, as well as assisting with procurement functions in accordance with state policies and procedures. The position also performs bank reconciliations, reviews financial transactions for accuracy, researches and resolves discrepancies, and enters financial data into agency systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, proficiency with spreadsheets and financial systems, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate and auditable records.

Position Information

Job Series: Fiscal Support – Career-path

Classification: Fiscal Support Specialist

Class Code: FFS04P

Pay Grade: SGS04

Salary Range: $43,088 - $63,770

Job Summary

The Fiscal Support Specialist provides entry-level fiscal support within a department or agency. This role focuses on performing routine accounting and fiscal tasks such as data entry, processing invoices, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports and budgets.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in processing invoices, payments, and financial records. Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records. Assist in the preparation of budget documentation and reports. Review financial documents for accuracy and completeness. Respond to basic fiscal inquiries and provide general support to fiscal staff.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to learn and apply fiscal processes and systems. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.