Division Director, Finance

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • $50 - $62 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services (DABS) is seeking a skilled and strategic Division Director, Finance. This career service exempt position serves as the Department’s principal fiscal officer and directly reports to the Deputy Commissioner of Finance & Administration. The director plans, directs, and manages the Department’s fiscal operations, accounting functions, and budgeting processes.

After an in-office training period, this is a hybrid remote position allowing up to three days of telework if eligibility requirements are met. The position is based at 1625 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, Utah. It is full-time, eligible for a full benefits package, and pays $50–$62 per hour.

DABS is a public enterprise generating over $500 million in annual revenue. Its mission is to conduct, license, and regulate the sale of alcoholic products in a manner and at prices that reasonably satisfy public demand, while reducing the harmful effects of alcohol overconsumption and eliminating underage drinking.

The work takes place in a typical office setting with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. The role involves sedentary work, typically sitting comfortably, with occasional walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, or driving. Special physical demands are not required. All work must be performed physically within Utah’s borders. A criminal history check is required; no drug test is required.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial management, full-cycle accounting, or complex corporate or government budgeting.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience directing and developing professional finance or accounting teams.
• Demonstrated experience with financial statement preparation, internal controls, and auditing standards.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related quantitative field; alternatively, 4 or more years of equivalent professional experience directing financial strategy, overseeing complex corporate or government accounting, and managing strategic budgeting.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Deep knowledge and practical experience applying GASB statements, specifically enterprise fund accounting, and ability to train and mentor staff in GASB application.
• Practical experience in retail enterprise financial management, point-of-sale (POS) audit integration, inventory accounting and valuation, and margin analysis.
• Familiarity with State of Utah government fiscal operations, the FINET accounting system, state budget processes, and Utah Code (Title 32B and Title 63J).

Responsibilities

• Advise executive leadership, the Alcoholic Beverage Services Commission, and agency division directors on financial strategy, profitability, margin management, operational cash flow, and fiscal compliance.
• Manage and review the formulation of Department appropriation requests, enterprise funds, and operational budget requests.
• Estimate and analyze retail revenue projections, inventory valuations, federal and state funding streams, and legislative fiscal notes.
• Prepare and defend complex budget recommendations, enterprise fund projections, legislative requests, and fiscal impact statements before the Governor’s Office, Utah State Legislature, Office of Planning and Budget, and Office of the Legislative Fiscal Analyst.
• Supervise and mentor professional accounting and budget staff, promoting technical excellence in GASB principles, internal controls, and state financial systems (FINET).
• Audit, review, and continuously improve financial systems, internal controls, and procurement practices to ensure compliance with Utah statutes, administrative rules, and GASB pronouncements.
• Review proposed and enacted legislation for financial, operational, and structural impacts on Department operations, and provide implementation strategies for fiscal policy changes.
• Respond directly to fiscal inquiries and requests from legislative committees, individual legislators, the Legislative Auditor General, and external audit entities.

Benefits

• Full benefits package eligibility.
• Job stability within a well-established organization.
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities.
• Meaningful work supporting the community and organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment emphasizing cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/life balance is described as an important part of the organization’s culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed