Santa Fe, New Mexico
Accountant-Vendor Relations Specialist (DFA/FCD #2644)
Job details
- Location
- Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $47,050 - $70,574/yr
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Apply on
- careers.share.nm.gov
About this role
Salary
$22.62 - $33.93 Hourly
$47,050 - $70,575 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C5
Posting Details
THIS POSITION REQUIRES FULL-TIME, ON-SITE PRESENCE IN SANTA FE.
The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) serves as the State's central financial and administrative agency, helping ensure that public resources are managed responsibly and effectively. DFA supports state government through statewide budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, payroll, cash management, procurement oversight, and the development of fiscal policies that impact agencies across New Mexico.
Within DFA, the Financial Control Division (FCD) plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the State's financial operations. FCD partners with agencies throughout state government to oversee financial transactions, support statewide accounting systems, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and fiscal policies.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the center of New Mexico's financial operations. Team members gain exposure to a wide variety of functions, including banking operations, statewide payment processing, cash management, enterprise financial systems, interagency transactions, and customer support, while collaborating with agencies across state government. Employees in this role contribute directly to safeguarding public funds, improving financial processes, and supporting the efficient delivery of services to New Mexicans.
Whether you are looking to expand your accounting experience, transition from banking or financial services into public service, or build a career in governmental finance, this position provides meaningful work, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a statewide impact.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Why does the job exist?
This position contributes to the agency by safeguarding the integrity of supplier data through the validation of tax and banking information, prevention of duplicate records, and identification of potentially fraudulent activity. Accurate supplier maintenance is critical to ensuring reliable financial transactions, reducing risk, and supporting the State's overall fiscal accountability.
The role also serves as a key resource for state agencies by providing guidance, training, and support on supplier management processes. By assisting agency personnel and promoting best practices, the position helps improve operational efficiency, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the effective delivery of statewide financial and procurement services.
How does it get done?
* Verify the W-9 information provided is complete, correct, and entered accurately according to the W-9 while ensuring duplication of records is avoided.
* Confirm that all Supplier 1099s are flagged appropriately in SHARE so that the annual 1099's contain accurate information.
* Verify & enter ACH/direct deposit account numbers into SHARE accurately.
* Provide assistance to agencies regarding business processes and assist with training for agency Point of Contact to ensure business efficiency and entry of Suppliers into SHARE is successful.
Who are the customers?
Ideal Candidate
Experience working with enterprise financial systems is highly desirable. Preference may be given to candidates with experience using the State of New Mexico's SHARE system, including researching financial transactions, researching issues, maintaining supplier information, navigating workflow approvals, or supporting statewide accounting functions. Candidates with experience using other large-scale ERP systems, such as PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, Workday, or similar financial platforms, are also encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical and organizational skills, effective written and verbal communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering responsive and professional service to a diverse group of stakeholders. They value teamwork, take initiative to improve processes, and are eager to expand their knowledge of governmental finance, statewide accounting operations, and public-sector stewardship.
Most importantly, the ideal candidate is dependable, curious, and committed to continuous learning, recognizing the opportunity this role provides to develop expertise across multiple areas of finance while contributing to the responsible management of public resources and supporting agencies throughout the State of New Mexico.
Minimum Qualification
Employment Requirements
Pre-employment criminal background check is required, and employment offer will not be extended prior to results.
Working Conditions
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Alejandra Rodriguez Campia Porras, [email protected], Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
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