Financial Services Manager (Transportation Executive Iii)

State of Illinois•Schaumburg, IL

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Executive III to serve as Financial Services Manager for District One. Under administrative direction, this position plans, organizes, directs, and controls the activities of the Financial Services Section and provides financial analyses and recommendations to district management regarding resource utilization. The manager coordinates preparation of the district operating budget and staffing proposals, develops programs and procedural changes to improve efficiency and maximize district funding utilization, and serves as a working supervisor. The position also provides quality control for district operating budget contracts and manages internal audits for district contracts and programs. The position is based at 201 Center Ct, Schaumburg, Illinois, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., with a 45-minute lunch. Hybrid work may be available from one to five days per week in the office, depending on operational needs. Occasional travel, including overnight stays, may be required. Occasional overtime may also be required, potentially including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college; coursework in business or public administration, accounting, economics, or statistics is preferred.
Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in fiscal management, accounting, or budgeting, and/or in economics or statistics, including financial reporting and financial resources allocation analysis.
Ability to occasionally travel in the performance of duties, including overnight stays as appropriate.
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
Compliance with applicable revolving-door restrictions and required annual and supplemental Statements of Economic Interest.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree with major courses in accounting, business administration, economics, statistics, public finance, or public administration.
Eight years of experience in public finance or accounting activities.
Working knowledge of modern management techniques and organizational concepts.
Advanced skill in using Microsoft Excel to develop financial reports and models.
Three years of experience leading and managing staff.
Three years of experience interacting with vendors, consultants, contractors, and the public.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and control the activities of the District One Financial Services Section.
Provide financial analyses and recommendations to district management on resource utilization.
Manage and coordinate preparation of the district operating budget and staffing proposals.
Develop programs, methods, and procedural changes to promote efficient operations and maximize district funding utilization.
Serve as a working supervisor.
Provide quality control for district operating budget contracts to ensure compliance with applicable state laws, departmental policies, and district guidelines.
Manage and supervise internal audits for district contracts and programs.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the position.

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Pension plan
12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
12 paid sick days annually
10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 annually
3 paid personal days annually
13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program and/or mental health resources
Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
Extensive training and career advancement opportunities