State of Florida · 2 months ago
DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER - 55012085
Orlando, FL
Contract
Onsite
Director/Executive
$121K/yr - $143K/yrThe State of Florida's Department of Transportation is dedicated to improving the safety and efficiency of the transportation system. The Deputy Chief Financial Officer will ensure financial integrity and operational efficiency, oversee ledger transactions, and conduct economic feasibility analyses for expansion projects.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Directs the monitoring of Department general and subsidiary ledger transactions and balances
Directs the preparation of the Turnpike System's interim and annual financial statements and supporting schedules for use by management and external users such as the Division of Bond Finance and bond rating agencies (e.g., Standard & Poor's)
Acts as the final reviewer for the Turnpike's financial statements and serves as the primary lead in all coordination efforts with the external independent auditors in the completion of the annual financial statement audit
Oversees the production and review of the Turnpike System's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Interprets and implements accounting pronouncements and standards, establishing financial reporting policies and procedures, and ensures that the Turnpike System's financial statements are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Directs and assists staff to ensure that all Turnpike accounting and financial records are prepared in a timely manner and meet all necessary requirements for accuracy, consistency and completeness
Supervises direct reports
Oversees the management of the invoice processing staff to ensure all payments are appropriate and in compliance with DOT rules, procedures, and standards of compliance with F.S. Section 215.422, the "Payment Statute"
Guides the establishment of policies regarding quality assurance that supporting documentation is complete and properly approved by the receiver of goods or services
Provides oversight of the State of Florida Visa procurement card program for all Enterprise employees to include the training of Enterprise personnel statewide
Establishes policies to ensure compliance with DOT rules and procedures
Conducts preliminary economic feasibility tests for proposed Turnpike expansion projects in accordance with F.S. Section 338.223 (1)(a) and 338.2275 (2)
Prepares financial analysis of project alternatives
Performs return on investment and net present value calculation for potential projects, as needed, including both new construction and existing toll facility acquisition scenarios
Coordinates with the Division of Bond Finance in the development of Official Statements for the issuance of new debt and refunding debt
Plans and accounts for the use of bond proceeds to fund Work Program capital projects
Assists in coordination efforts with bond Rating Agencies regarding the Turnpike bond program and bond ratings for outstanding debt as well as new issues
Ensures that the Turnpike remains in full compliance with all bond resolution requirements including, but not limited to, continuing disclosures, annual Operating and Maintenance certification, annual Renewal & Replacement certification, minimum debt service ratio requirements, and insurance coverage requirements
Develops all department policies and procedures
Coordinates with the various areas to establish format and shared location
Also, responsible for compliance with various Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, Bond Compliance, and other governing documents
Assists in acquisition of Contractual and Professional Services, ensuring that such services are provided in a timely manner to accomplish the goals of the Enterprise and are in compliance with Florida Statutes and Department Policy
Directs the management of the Program & Operations Accounting and the Property Accounting sections
Oversees the processing of work program encumbrances and ensures the proper inventorying and Accounting for state property
Qualification
Required
Knowledge Of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and auditing processes
Knowledge Of management practices and principles
Knowledge Of debt issuance and ability to account for a municipal bond program
Skills In word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation applications
Ability To perform detail financial analysis
Ability To effectively communicate orally and in writing
Ability To plan, organize, analyze, and present information
Ability To exercise proper judgment and possession of decision-making skills
Ability To supervise
Ability To lead, motivate and coordinate the work of others
Ability To develop policies and procedures
Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements Certified Public Accountant
Other Job-Related Requirements This position requires a level I background check
Benefits
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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