WIC Financial Specialist (DOH/PHD#36941)

Why does the job exist?

This position provides financial and administrative support to the NM WIC State office that includes the Nutrition Services, Breastfeeding Promotion, WIC and Senior Farmers Market Programs and WIC Regional field staff.

How does it get done?

• Assist with procurement by obtaining quotes, obtaining determinations from State Purchasing and Horizons of New Mexico, preparing purchase orders, change orders, payment vouchers, operating transfers, maintenance contracts and other vendor services.
• Be the Regional backup for purchases and accounts payables.
• Submit daily ACH reconciliation (1st review).
• Ensure monthly rebate invoice is generated with appropriate backup documentation and approved by Finance Manager or Director prior to submitting to Rebate Manufacturer.
• Update rebate module with submittal date and date reimbursement is received with amount posted on General Ledger.

Who are the customers?

This position serves WIC staff support, clients, vendors, Food and Nutrition Services (FNS), and community partners.

Minimum Qualification

• A High School or Equivalency and two (2) years directly related work experience in accounting, auditing, finance, and/or budgeting.
• Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/video display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage.
• Extended periods of driving and the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds may be required.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and moderate office noise, heat, cold, and smells.
• Some travel with occasional overnight stay may be required.

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Agency Contact Information: (505) 629-5317 Genevieve Lujan Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.