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Financial Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Large financial institutions, multinational corporations, and Fortune 500 companies file the most H-1B visa LCAs for this occupation, making employer selection a critical first step.
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Overview
Critical role in the Agency of Human Services Central Office (AHS-CO). This Business Office Financial Manager I position supports a dynamic portfolio of programs within the AHS-CO such as the Commission on National and Community Service (SerVermont), Refugee Resettlement Program, Developmental Disabilities Council, AHS Field Services Unit, and the Human Services Board.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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(50% of time) Federal Grant manager for assigned programs based out of the AHS-CO run by SerVermont, Refugee Resettlement Program, Developmental Disabilities Council, Medicaid Policy Unit, and Office of Health Care Reform.
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Assigned as the Secretary's Office primary financial contact in federal granting systems (GrantSolutions.gov, Grants.gov, Online Data Collection (OLDC)), including submitting budget applications, securing award letters, maintaining grant notes, and filing federal financial reports.
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Manage AHS-CO federal award letters, track and report grant expenditures, and provide managerial accounting services to program teams.
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Support sub-granting of programs' funds in compliance with Vermont Administrative Bulletin 5.0, Notices of Award (NoA), and all applicable guidance under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) in coordination with AHS Administrative Services Unit.
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Grant related data entry in the State's accounting system (VISION) Grants Module, Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) reporting, and Annual Consolidated Financial Reports (ACFR).
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Coordinate with AHS Federal Revenue team to reconcile federal receipt cash management and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) reporting.
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General Business Office Functions
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(25% of time) Act as primary budget analyst for assigned AHS Secretary's Office appropriations; monitor chart of accounts activity and produce pro forma financial monitoring reports.
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(15% of time) Crosstrain as backup: Budget Development, Cost Allocation, Accounting Services (AP, AR, general ledger management, payroll, and other accounting functions) and Administrative Services (employee onboarding and offboarding, agreement management, and other administrative services).
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(5% of time) Support continuous improvement efforts and system modernizations.
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(5% of time) Review and develop policies, procedures, and internal controls.
As of July 12, 2026, the step 1 rate for pay grade 25 will be $31.54 per hour and the step 15 rate will be $49.45 per hour.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Manager I (Job Requisition #55193), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Shawn.Benham@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed in a standard office setting.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree in any discipline that includes or is supplemented by 20 credit hours in accounting AND two (2) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.
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Bachelor's degree in any discipline AND four (4) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.
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Associate's degree AND six (6) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.
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High School diploma AND eight (8) years or more of professional level accounting, budgeting, fiscal auditing, fiscal analysis, federal program fiscal administration or other professional level fiscal operations experience which has included experience managing programs, funding sources or staff.
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One year as a Financial Administrator III with the State of Vermont.
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Certification as a CPA.
For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory or management experience.
Special Requirements
For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to financial management duties. A finance, accounting, or economics degree maps cleanly. An unrelated degree paired with an MBA can work, but gather transcript and course equivalency documentation before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Financial Manager roles by employers who have certified H-1B LCAs with the DOL. This eliminates guesswork and focuses your search on companies already familiar with the sponsorship process for this occupation.
Verify the prevailing wage level before negotiating
Run the Financial Manager SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer negotiation. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your work location, so knowing the floor protects you from undercompliant offers.
Ask employers about cap-exempt filing pathways
Financial Managers at universities, nonprofit research institutions, or government-affiliated entities may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B petitions, bypassing the annual lottery entirely. Confirm whether a prospective employer holds cap-exempt status before the lottery registration deadline.
Prepare a specialty occupation support memo early
USCIS scrutinizes Financial Manager petitions when job duties overlap with generalist management roles. Work with your employer to document that the position requires specialized financial knowledge, not just supervisory responsibility, reducing Request for Evidence risk before filing.
Time your job search around the H-1B registration window
USCIS opens H-1B lottery registration in March for an October 1 start date. Securing a Financial Manager offer by February gives your employer time to register, prepare the LCA, and file Form I-129 without premium processing pressure.
H-1B Visa Financial Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Financial Manager as a specialty occupation because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field. Employers must document that the specific role, not just the job title, demands that specialized degree-level knowledge. Generalist management duties without a specialized financial component can draw scrutiny.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Financial Manager positions?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Financial Manager roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This shows you which companies have already gone through the DOL certification process for this occupation, so you're targeting employers who understand the sponsorship requirements rather than educating a new one from scratch.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm promoted from Financial Analyst to Financial Manager?
A promotion that changes your SOC code, job duties, or work location requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the new role begins. The prevailing wage level also typically increases for a Financial Manager position, so your employer must file a new LCA with the DOL certifying the higher wage tier.
Can a Financial Manager role at a bank or investment firm qualify for a cap-exempt H-1B?
Most private banks and investment firms are cap-subject employers, meaning their H-1B petitions count against the annual 85,000-slot cap and require lottery selection. Cap-exempt status applies to qualifying nonprofit research organizations, universities, and government research entities. A Financial Manager role at a university endowment or nonprofit foundation could qualify, but a standard commercial bank cannot.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Financial Manager position?
Your employer should include an organizational chart showing the role's position within the finance function, a detailed job description referencing specific technical duties like capital structure analysis or regulatory reporting, and evidence that prior incumbents held relevant finance degrees. The O*NET occupational profile for Financial Managers can also support the specialty occupation argument in the petition.