Financial Services Director

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Central Office, 105 West Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, Missouri



Why you’ll love this position:

The Financial Services Director is responsible for the budget, financial analysis, administering federal funds and partnering programs, as well as the accounting, debt management, payroll and internal control functions of the department.

Reporting relationship: The Financial Services Director (FS Director) reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of MoDOT. This highly responsible position leads the financial services division within the organization, consisting of employees at the Central Office in Jefferson City and employees located in seven districts around the state.

Principal Responsibilities: The FS Director is responsible for the budget, financial analysis, administering federal funds and partnering programs, as well as the accounting, debt management, payroll, and internal control functions of the department. The FS Director oversees the financial forecast determining the assumptions to be used including estimated state and federal revenues and estimated expenditures. The FS Director also develops and implements budget policies and procedures and oversees the annual budget process. The FS Director is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient use of all state and federal funds. The FS Director also manages the partnering programs including the state infrastructure bank and cost share program. The FS Director is also responsible for accounting and payroll functions and establishes internal controls for the department, as well as ensuring the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report is completed in accordance with state statute. The FS Director establishes and maintains financial objectives and policies, implements and maintains financial accounting systems, prepares and makes recommendations based on financial analysis of operations, and participates on various project and strategy teams to support the department's mission . The FS Director is also responsible for administering the Commission’s bonding program.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• Over nine years of experience in accounting or financial positions
• Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Missouri is preferred.
• An understanding of funding issues, innovative financing, accounting principles, financial concepts, and demonstrated expertise in government relations, public affairs, debt management, and financial forecasting is desirable.
• An outstanding track record in managing complex and diverse internal operations as well as evidenced success at achieving real results.
• At least five years of progressively responsible management experience. This should include:
  • Proven leadership skills, including a positive history of working collaboratively to establish rapport and credibility among the staff and multiple stakeholders.
  • Proven track record of effective use of organizational performance management practices, innovation, and accountability measures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A person of high personal integrity and compassion, and willingness to embrace and model MoDOT’s departmental values, who trusts and empowers employees, and who understands and fosters a welcoming and authentic workplace.
• A results-oriented personality with strong energy and drive, who is an excellent public speaker, and who can exude a calm, but direct demeanor, when communicating tough decisions and in handling difficult situations.
• A high degree of political acumen including tact, diplomacy, and the people skills necessary to negotiate with the various constituencies impacting the position and the work of the department.

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires occasional, statewide, overnight travel.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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