If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. . Department of Administrative and Financial Services - Security and Employment Service Center Job Class Code: CA28 Grade: 28 - Confidential Salary: $69,180.80 - $98,280.00/Annually Location: Augusta Opening Date: October 23, 2026 Closing Date: November 6, 2026 Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. Would you like to join a dynamic group supporting critical state departments? The Security and Employment Service Center (SESC) is looking for people committed to providing financial services and support to human resources for the Departments of: Public Safety; Labor; Professional and Financial Regulation; and Defense, Veterans, and Emergency Management. Financial Service Centers provide professional financial expertise to manage the financial activities of multiple departments, with accounts that vary in size and complexity. Services for customer agencies include accounting and financial processing, cash management, budget development and monitoring, financial analysis, grant management, legislative support, and administrative functions. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys solving real-world organizational challenges, and wants work that helps keep Maine’s critical public services strong, we’d love to meet you. Primary responsibilities include:   As a Financial Analyst, you will be a member of the team managing the financial resources of our customer departments. The position is based in Augusta, Maine with some telework availability.   In this role, you will:  Perform monitoring activities of subrecipients of federal awards, including learning the requirements of federal awards, field visits, desk reviews, providing technical assistance, and preparing reports.  Provide in-depth and continuous analysis of departmental finances to help ensure management is kept appraised of the financial status of the department.  Design and manage complex queries of data and be able to interpret and make decisions and/or recommendations using the data.  Prepare financial reports including forecasting financial needs and preparing ad hoc reports as requested.  Analyze financial policies and procedures, recommend appropriate modifications, and implement approved modifications in order to improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.  Administer and maintain accounting records of assigned accounts in accordance with federal and state requirements and ensure compliance with laws, budgets, policies and procedures.  Develop, forecast, and track annual budgets and federal grant award budgets.  Supervise, mentor, and provide leadership and technical guidance to other staff.  Collaborate closely with partner agencies to facilitate seamless financial processing. Be able to provide financial recommendations to agency personnel. Minimum qualifications: An eight (8) year combination of education and experience comprised of a Master's Degree in Business Administration or closely related field and two (2) years of responsible experience in cost, cost/benefit, and financial analysis. Directly related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. The backgrounds of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies: Strong analytical and data gathering skills;  Ability to prepare budgetary and financial documents including reports and financial statements, projections, and schedules, and analyze and interpret information from various sources;  Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data query/data management tools;  Strong skills in communication including proficiency in writing clearly and effectively and the ability to succinctly present financial data to management and agency personnel;  Possess strong abilities in reconciliation and research; Supervisory and mentoring skills; Ability to work independently; Curiosity and the interest in figuring out issues. Contact information: Questions about this position should be directed to Jon Umland at [email protected] To request a paper application, please contact Stephanie Hayes via email at [email protected] Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee. Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your experience and passion set you apart. If you require a paper application, please download and print one HERE . If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting. Create Account Please note: applicant accounts cannot be deleted once created. If you would prefer not to maintain an online account, you may submit a paper application as an alternative. For information on how to access the paper application, please visit: Application Process About Us 🌟Join Maine State Government and Make a Difference in Your Community If you're looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to serve the public and make a difference, consider working with Maine State Government! Our departments boast an array of professions, including attorneys, biologists, correctional officers, equipment operators, engineers, human resources professionals, information technology experts, law enforcement officers, nurses, park rangers, social workers, and transportation workers. With more than 100 agencies, boards, and offices, Maine State Government is the perfect place to explore various industries and interests. Whether you're interested in finance or forestry, there's an opportunity for you to help make Maine an even better place to live.

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