State of Utah · 1 week ago
Financial Manager I, DHHS
Salt Lake County, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expThe State of Utah is seeking a Financial Manager I for the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This role involves leading financial forecasting and analysis, managing budget submissions, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyLaw Enforcement
Responsibilities
Analyzes, summarizes, and reviews data; reports findings, interprets results, and makes recommendations
Interprets, clarifies, explains and applies agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc
Manages special fiscal projects or activities of a highly specialized nature
Assist in the preparation, coordination, and review of responses to internal and external parties
Perform complex reviews of financial transactions and programs to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations
Generate, analyze and present fiscal budget forecasts and manage review of other division forecasts
Coordinates with department staff, local health departments, and other stakeholders
Work with department leadership on forecasting trends, budget needs, and other issues
Possesses demonstrated skills in all aspects of team supervision, including hiring, workload management, delegation, training, performance evaluation, and handling disciplinary matters
Qualification
Required
Work experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
Advanced expertise in financial systems and spreadsheet applications, particularly Excel and Google Sheets, to manage and analyze data efficiently
Strong analytical capabilities combined with exceptional organizational skills to handle complex workflows and maintain accurate records
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and provide clear guidance to other divisions
A meticulous approach to work, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of financial management and reporting
Can work independently with very little direction while still working well with a team
Preferred
Three or more years of professional accounting or financial analysis experience
Demonstrated experience in state or local government financial management, including familiarity with public-sector processes and regulations
Demonstrated experience with complex forecasting and/or forecast analysis of public sector revenues and expenditures
Preference may be given to those with a bachelor's degree or higher in a business or financial related field, years of relevant work and management experience, or for a current CPA license
Benefits
Health and retirement benefits
Generous paid time off
Company
State of Utah
State of Utah provides links to government information sites and departments.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Williamson
Chief Technology Officer
Daniel Frei
Chief Financial Officer- Department of Technology Services
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