FINANCIAL MANAGER- job post State of Idaho 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars

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State of Idaho

Tax Commission Career Opportunity

Financial Manager

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The position is in the Boise Office on the Chinden Campus, 11321 West Chinden Blvd, Building 2.

Summary:


Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers and a knack for driving financial clarity? This position leads the way in planning, organizing, and directing budgeting and accounting for the agency. You'll be at the center of financial operations - streamlining processes, ensuring accuracy, and shaping systems that support smart decision-making. If you're ready to lead with purpose and bring precision to every challenge, this role is calling your name.

Job Responsibilities:


Direct supervision of Financial Specialist Principals in Management Services Revenue Accounting and Accounts Payable/Procurement
Facilitate accounting and financial controls by applying accounting principles and practices (GAAP and GASB) to accounting business processes
Develop and facilitate presentations on budgeting and accounting procedures including the presentation of complex accounting problems and solutions to agency staff and leaders as well as external stakeholders to include the State Controller's Office, Treasury, etc.
Prepare support documents for budget, e.g., B-4, Performance Management Report (PMR).
Build and maintain dashboards for the operational leadership team to provide at minimum monthly updates on deliverables (an example would be a dashboard for spending plans)
Reporting responsibilities (Comparative, Division Leaders Support, Budget Tracking)
Internal Audit - Review work of accounting staff, e.g., reports, adjustments, comparative
Create OE Process Documentation and ensure compliance with laws, policies, standards, regulations, and recommend process improvements for agency financial procedures
Monitor the GL and budget to actual for the refund fund and spending plan for cash flows
Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Typically gained by a finance or accounting degree OR at least three years performing accounting duties such as preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and managing budgets n a professional setting.
Good knowledge of supervisory practices. Typically gained by at least two years supervising two or more staff.
Experience analyzing financial and auditing data. Typically gained through one or more years of experience using financial systems and tools to assess risk, detect irregularities, and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
Experience auditing or designing financial systems. Typically gained by at least one year of professional experience performing financial system audits or working with internal controls in a finance or accounting environment.
Experience establishing internal financial or auditing controls. Typically gained by at least one year of professional experience developing, implementing, or evaluating internal control systems within a financial, accounting, or auditing environment.
Experience preparing and making oral presentations. Typically gained by at least one year of professional experience delivering presentations in meetings, training, briefings, or public forums, including preparing materials and communicating complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
Minimum Qualification Specialties:

Experience: Budget development and budgetary control. Typically gained by at least one year of professional experience preparing, monitoring, and managing budgets, including forecasting expenditures, analyzing variance, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Experience: Forecasting and cash management in an enterprise accounting environment. Typically gained by at least one year of professional experience preparing cash flow projections, managing liquidity, and analyzing financial trends within a large-scale or complex accounting system.
Recommending and implementing process changes to gain efficiency. Typically gained by at least one year of professional experience identifying workflow improvements, streamlining procedures, or applying process optimization strategies in a business, administrative, or operational setting.
Why Join Us?

OUR VISION: Great people. Helping you. Serving Idaho.
OUR MISSION: Benefit Idaho through courteous customer service, education, and fair tax administration.
OUR VALUES: Fairness, Accountability, Integrity, Respect.
What Do Our Employees Say About Us?


"I love the work-life balance at the Tax Commission because our managers and supervisors are awesome with flexibility."
"We work a flexible schedule, Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. So this schedule has allowed me to do other things in my life."
"My favorite part about working for the Tax Commission are the people I get to work with. It's become a family, and I've made lots of lifelong friends."
Follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook to learn more about us! Questions? Contact us at hr@tax.idaho.gov or 208-334-0478.

What's In It for You?

Affordable benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance
PERSI defined benefit retirement plan
Paid sick and vacation leaves start accruing your first day
11 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave covering the birth or adoption of a child for up to 8 weeks
Permanent, full-time classified employment status after successful completion of an entrance probation
Working in an office environment with other talented and highly motivated individuals
Beautiful state campus with lots of free parking, walking paths, and centrally located in the valley on Chinden Blvd. in Boise
The State of Idaho is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Supplemental Information:

The starting rate for this position $35.42 per hour.
Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet both the Minimum Qualifications AND the Minimum Qualification Specialties listed on this job announcement.
When completing the online application, be sure to be thorough and complete all of it. For example, be sure to complete the Reference Section (professional references preferred).
Current State of Idaho Employees: Please apply through Luma Opportunities to avoid duplicate profiles and delays in processing.
As mentioned above, this position is located at the Boise Office on the Chinden Campus located at 11321 W. Chinden Blvd, Building 2.

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