Finance Incentive Specialist

Finance Incentive Specialist

Community Solutions Division - Community Finance

Harry S Truman Building - 301 W. High Street, Jefferson City, MO

ANNUAL SALARY : $42,000 - $55,000 (based upon credentials)

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

Why You’ll Love This Position:

If you are looking for a career opportunity where YOU can make a difference, help communities grow, and help create job opportunities for hardworking Missourians, then this is the team for you. This is an exciting opportunity within the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) as we transform our Community Solutions Finance Team to become the Best in the Midwest. The Division is seeking a Finance Incentive Specialist to manage critical community incentive programs for the State of Missouri. Specifically, you’ll focus on the State’s premier community programs, including the Youth Opportunities Program and Neighborhood Assistance Program. You will also have a chance to help non-profits meet critical needs across the State.

• Review applications from companies, individuals, communities, for-profit entities and non-profit organizations. Determine eligibility in accordance with regulations and program guidelines.

• Examine and verify project expenses eligibility in accordance with regulations and program guidelines.

• Monitor and track progress of projects participating in programs to ensure compliance with regulations and program guidelines.

• Analyze and provide solutions to assist organizations with any challenges that may arise in order to aid in successful project completion.

• Provide technical information and assistance regarding tax credits or grants to companies, individuals, communities, for-profit entities or non-profit organizations considering establishing a new business in the state, expanding current operations/facilities, or community development initiatives.

• Participate in program policy research and development as trends change and evolve.

• Design and improve program procedures and processes.

• Collect, evaluate, and prepare data for internal and external reports for the department and legislature.

• Prepare and present program-specific seminars and workshops to inform organizations about available resources for applying and participating in Community Finance Programs.

• Maintain databases and filing of information on programs and results.

• Perform other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four or more years of professional experience with demonstrated knowledge in the business practices and principles in the Economic Development field. This can be obtained through a combination of work experience and completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Economics, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field.

• Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis in denying consideration to any applicant.

Competencies

• General knowledge of business math computations, grammar, composition, and spelling.

• Ability to make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy.

• Some knowledge of financial and tax management, economic development, accounting and auditing principles and procedures.

• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal, with all levels of public stakeholders and Department staff.

• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments without close supervision.

• Ability to prepare complete and concise reports.

• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply statutes, regulations and agency policies related to tax credit or grant programs.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers, project managers, public officials, community and neighborhood organizations, regional planning commissions and the general public.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

• Ability to demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

HRHelpdesk@ded.mo.gov .

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