Financial Manager, PN 20063582

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

31d

About The Position

Financial Manager, PN 20063582 What You Will Do: Strategic Fiscal Leadership: Supports the Administrator of Federal & Capital Accounting by overseeing fiscal management, controls, and federal funding coordination for ODOT, including acting as liaison with FHWA. System & Process Optimization\: Evaluates and improves existing fiscal systems and processes, emphasizing streamlining, automation, and quality‑driven practices. Personnel Management\: Directly supervises staff by assigning work, setting goals, coaching, evaluating performance, and ensuring project alignment with organizational objectives. Capital Accounting Oversight: Directs capital accounting operations, including encumbrances, payments, and administration of FHWA reimbursement programs (Current Bill), Federal Program Management (FPM), and Capital Project Closeout (CPC) processes. Stakeholder Advisory & Reporting: Provides expert guidance and training on federal funds, oversees reporting and documentation, monitors legislative impacts, and manages final settlements of local participation agreements and related financial activities. Who we are looking for \: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze complex financial data, identify discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and draw sound conclusions to support decision‑making. High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when reviewing financial data, coding, compliance requirements, and reporting—ensuring data integrity and preventing costly errors. Technical proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools including advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Effective communication and collaboration skills and ability to coordinate with internal and external customers to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently. Adaptability, sound judgment, and professionalism, including strong interpersonal skills and flexibility, good decision‑making, and the ability to manage varying situations. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website !

Requirements

66 mos. exp. or 66 mos. trg. financial administration.
completion of undergraduate core program in public or business administration, accounting, finance or related field; 42 mos. exp. or 42 mos. trg. in financial administration.
completion of graduate core program in public or business administration, accounting, finance or related field; 30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. trg. in financial administration.
12 mos. exp. as Financial Program Manager, 66585.
equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Successful completion of the Fiscal Academy may be substituted for 4 mos. of required accounting/fiscal experience referenced in this portion of the minimum qualifications.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze complex financial data, identify discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and draw sound conclusions to support decision‑making.
High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when reviewing financial data, coding, compliance requirements, and reporting—ensuring data integrity and preventing costly errors.
Technical proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills and ability to coordinate with internal and external customers to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
Adaptability, sound judgment, and professionalism, including strong interpersonal skills and flexibility, good decision‑making, and the ability to manage varying situations.

Responsibilities

Supports the Administrator of Federal & Capital Accounting by overseeing fiscal management, controls, and federal funding coordination for ODOT, including acting as liaison with FHWA.
Evaluates and improves existing fiscal systems and processes, emphasizing streamlining, automation, and quality‑driven practices.
Directly supervises staff by assigning work, setting goals, coaching, evaluating performance, and ensuring project alignment with organizational objectives.
Directs capital accounting operations, including encumbrances, payments, and administration of FHWA reimbursement programs (Current Bill), Federal Program Management (FPM), and Capital Project Closeout (CPC) processes.
Provides expert guidance and training on federal funds, oversees reporting and documentation, monitors legislative impacts, and manages final settlements of local participation agreements and related financial activities.

Benefits

Enjoy an excellent work/life balance
Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave
Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
Receive regular pay increases; 1 st increase after 6 months
Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
Experience growth opportunities within organization.
Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )